Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-Z550 was announced 12 months before the FP5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the FP5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Panasonic FP5
EX-Z550 | FP5 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Casio EX-Z550
FP5 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FP5
EX-Z550 | FP5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z550 versus Panasonic FP5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the FP5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and FP5.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
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 reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 143g (0.32 lbs) | 141g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" 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 | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $199 |