Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
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The following is a extended review of the Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and FH5 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z90 was manufactured 16 months before the FH5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z90 scores vs the FH5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Panasonic FH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Panasonic FH5
| EX-Z90 | FH5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Casio EX-Z90
| FH5 | EX-Z90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | Newer by 16 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic FH5
| EX-Z90 | FH5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys outside dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH5 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the FH5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and FH5 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and FH5.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FH5 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
| Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 life | - | 260 photographs |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-60 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $150 | $169 |
