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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
  • Released August 2009
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Launched January 2009
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z90 versus Panasonic FZ28, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z90 was unveiled 8 months later than the FZ28 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z90 scores versus the FZ28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Panasonic FZ28

 EX-Z90 FZ28 
LaunchedAugust 2009January 2009More recent by 8 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Casio EX-Z90

 FZ28 EX-Z90 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic FZ28

 EX-Z90 FZ28 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 offers physical dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z90 against the FZ28.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z90 and FZ28 is 96 and 72 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and FZ28.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z90 to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z90 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Portrait photography information
Panasonic FZ28 Portrait photography information
27
has manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
35
you can focus manually
supports RAW formats
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Street photography info
Panasonic FZ28 Street photography info
55
lighter than competitors in class (121g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography factors
17
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
32
amazing zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (3.0 fps)
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Travel photography details
Panasonic FZ28 Travel photography details
56
lighter than competitors in class (121g)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
has built in flash
really wide (27mm)
great reach (486mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z90
Landscape photography with Panasonic FZ28
27
has manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
40
you can focus manually
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 Vlogging information
Panasonic FZ28 Vlogging information
25
lighter than competitors in class (121g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone port
24
really wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic socket
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic FZ28
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-08-18 2009-01-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
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 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-105mm (3.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focusing distance 10cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121g (0.27 pounds) 417g (0.92 pounds)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 27
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 79
Other
Battery ID NP-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Price at release $150 $599