Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Successor is Panasonic ZS25
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic ZS20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-Z450 was launched 3 years before the ZS20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z450 grades against the ZS20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic ZS20
EX-Z450 | ZS20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Casio EX-Z450
ZS20 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | August 2009 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic ZS20
EX-Z450 | ZS20 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic ZS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the ZS20.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and ZS20 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and ZS20.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS20 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2012-04-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 lb) | 206g (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 260 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $229 | $349 |