Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12
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37 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12 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
- Introduced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-Z800 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-Z800 was revealed 16 months later than the FS12 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-Z800 matches up against the FS12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Panasonic FS12
EX-Z800 | FS12 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | April 2009 | Fresher by 16 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Casio EX-Z800
FS12 | EX-Z800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Panasonic FS12
EX-Z800 | FS12 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 offers physical measurements 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 FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z800 versus Panasonic FS12 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z800 and the FS12.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z800 and FS12.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-Z800 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger EX-Z800 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-08-03 | 2009-04-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 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 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lb) | 129 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | ||
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 card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $150 | $228 |