Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
Let's look closer at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-Z550 was revealed 12 months before the FX78 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Panasonic FX78
EX-Z550 | FX78 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Casio EX-Z550
FX78 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FX78
EX-Z550 | FX78 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 offers exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z550 and the FX78.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and FX78.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z550 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-25 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 200 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 | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $149 | $210 |