Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z800 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the FP7 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-Z800 grades vs the FP7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Panasonic FP7
EX-Z800 | FP7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Casio EX-Z800
FP7 | EX-Z800 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Panasonic FP7
EX-Z800 | FP7 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with exterior dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z800 and the FP7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and FP7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z800 and FP7.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to render more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-03 | 2011-01-05 |
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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change 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 reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 | - | 240 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-120 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $227 |