Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS7 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS8
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In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z90 was revealed 23 months earlier than the ZS7 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-Z90 grades versus the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Panasonic ZS7
| EX-Z90 | ZS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Casio EX-Z90
| ZS7 | EX-Z90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2011 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic ZS7
| EX-Z90 | ZS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 has got physical measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z90 and Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z90 compared to the ZS7.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and ZS7 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z90 and ZS7.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
| Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2011-07-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4 | Venus Engine HD II |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
| Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| 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-60 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $150 | $350 |