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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 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
  • Released January 2010
Panasonic FS7
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") come with different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z550 was brought out 12 months later than the FS7 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z550 matches up versus the FS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Panasonic FS7

 EX-Z550 FS7 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2009Fresher by 12 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Casio EX-Z550

 FS7 EX-Z550 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FS7

 EX-Z550 FS7 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither comes with Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z550 and the FS7.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and FS7.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z550 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Casio EX-Z550 will offer you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer EX-Z550 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FS7 Portrait photography factors
34
you can focus manually
good resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
19
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Panasonic FS7
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z550
Sports photography with Panasonic FS7
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
24
image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z550
Travel photography with Panasonic FS7
65
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.6)
51
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
low resolution (10MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography features
Panasonic FS7 Landscape photography features
42
you can focus manually
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
27
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
low resolution (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FS7 Vlogging advice
29
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone support
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FS7
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7
General Information
Company Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-01-06 2009-01-16
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143g (0.32 pounds) 139g (0.31 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $149 $160