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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2010
Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was launched within a month of the FP2 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the FP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z550 FP2 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-Z550

 FP2 EX-Z550 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z550 FP2 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2010Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 features outer measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z550 and the FP2.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and FP2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FP2 Portrait photography factors
34
focusing manually
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Street photography details
Panasonic FP2 Street photography details
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than average in class (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography advice
Panasonic FP2 Sports photography advice
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
34
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Travel photography camera
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
56
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (151g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FP2 Landscape photography advice
42
focusing manually
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse function
32
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging details
Panasonic FP2 Vlogging details
29
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external microphone socket
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than average in class (151 grams)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP2
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Company Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.90 m
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143 grams (0.32 lbs) 151 grams (0.33 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail cost $149 $80