Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced August 2009
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2012
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-Z90 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-Z90 was unveiled 3 years before the SZ7 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z90 scores vs the SZ7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Panasonic SZ7
EX-Z90 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Casio EX-Z90
SZ7 | EX-Z90 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | August 2009 | More recent by 29 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic SZ7
EX-Z90 | SZ7 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 enjoys outer measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z90 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z90 against the SZ7.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and SZ7.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ7 to resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 220 images |
Style of battery | - | 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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $150 | $199 |