Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was released 16 months prior to the S1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z450 grades against the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic S1
EX-Z450 | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Casio EX-Z450
S1 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic S1
EX-Z450 | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with physical measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z450 versus Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and S1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and S1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z450 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $229 | $269 |