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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z800 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z800
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Announced August 2010
Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

Below is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was launched 7 months later than the FP2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z800 matches up vs the FP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z800 FP2 
IntroducedAugust 2010January 2010More recent by 7 months
Manual focus More precise focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-Z800

 FP2 EX-Z800 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z800 FP2 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with physical dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the FP2.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and FP2 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and FP2.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-Z800 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Portrait photography features
Panasonic FP2 Portrait photography features
35
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual control
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Street photography info
Panasonic FP2 Street photography info
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than others in class (151g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Sports photography camera
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FP2 Travel photography factors
65
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (27mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
56
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others in class (151 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z800
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP2
42
has manual focus
relatively wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
33
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Vlogging features
Panasonic FP2 Vlogging features
29
relatively wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external mic socket
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
more heavy than others in class (151 grams)
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z800 and Panasonic FP2
 Casio Exilim EX-Z800Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Make Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z800 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-08-03 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 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 aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 50 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
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
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-108mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt 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
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (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 None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124 gr (0.27 lbs) 151 gr (0.33 lbs)
Dimensions 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Battery model NP-120 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $150 $80