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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 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
  • Announced January 2010
Panasonic FP3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was revealed at a similar time to the FP3 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z550 grades vs the FP3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Panasonic FP3

 EX-Z550 FP3 
Manually focus More accurate focus

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Casio EX-Z550

 FP3 EX-Z550 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP3

 EX-Z550 FP3 
RevealedJanuary 2010January 2010Same age
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 against the FP3.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and FP3.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z550
Portrait photography with Panasonic FP3
34
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Panasonic FP3
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition in class (155g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Sports photography advice
Panasonic FP3 Sports photography advice
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography features
Panasonic FP3 Travel photography features
65
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
60
boasts touch focus
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z550
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP3
42
has manual focus
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
37
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z550
Vlogging with Panasonic FP3
29
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
27
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP3
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
General Information
Brand Name Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-01-06 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
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 speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 4.90 m
Flash options 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)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 143 grams (0.32 lbs) 155 grams (0.34 lbs)
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 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
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $149 $182