Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS7

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the ZS8 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was unveiled 23 months before the ZS8 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z450 matches up versus the ZS8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic ZS8
EX-Z450 | ZS8 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Casio EX-Z450
ZS8 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic ZS8
EX-Z450 | ZS8 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 features outside dimensions 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 ZS8 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z450 and the ZS8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and ZS8 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and ZS8.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS8 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-08-18 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 340 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $229 | $275 |