Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH20

In this write-up, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was revealed 4 months earlier than the FH20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z90 grades against the FH20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 comes with outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic FH20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the FH20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and FH20 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and FH20.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH20 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.