Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX550
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR100 was brought out 2 years later than the FX580 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-ZR100 matches up against the FX580 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Panasonic FX580
EX-ZR100 | FX580 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Casio EX-ZR100
FX580 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic FX580
EX-ZR100 | FX580 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the FX580.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and FX580 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and FX580.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you really should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR100 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 204g (0.45 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $499 |