Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z800 was revealed 7 months after the FP3 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z800 grades vs the FP3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Panasonic FP3
EX-Z800 | FP3 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Casio EX-Z800
FP3 | EX-Z800 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Panasonic FP3
EX-Z800 | FP3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z800 has got external 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 FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z800 against the FP3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and FP3.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-Z800 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-08-03 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias 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 images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
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 rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lb) | 155 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical 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 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 ID | NP-120 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $150 | $182 |