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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z450
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
  • 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
  • Launched August 2009
Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Overview

Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 versus Panasonic TS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the TS1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was announced 7 months later than the TS1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z450 matches up against the TS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic TS1

 EX-Z450 TS1 
ReleasedAugust 2009January 2009Fresher by 7 months
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Casio EX-Z450

 TS1 EX-Z450 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic TS1

 EX-Z450 TS1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 offers outer measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic TS1 has specifications of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Panasonic TS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z450 and the TS1.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and TS1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and TS1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-Z450 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic TS1 Portrait photography advice
27
you can focus manually
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Street photography factors
Panasonic TS1 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competition (128g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Sports photography details
Panasonic TS1 Sports photography details
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
30
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic TS1 Travel photography highlights
62
lighter than competition (128g)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
61
environment sealing
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Landscape photography features
Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography features
37
you can focus manually
decently wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
35
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z450
Vlogging with Panasonic TS1
28
decently wide (28mm)
lighter than competition (128g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
28
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic socket
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic TS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic TS1
 Casio Exilim EX-Z450Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z450 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FT1
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-08-18 2009-01-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 1/2 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 10.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 128 grams (0.28 lb) 189 grams (0.42 lb)
Physical dimensions 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $229 $380