Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS33

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Panasonic FH22, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was revealed 2 years after the FH22 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR300 scores vs the FH22 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Panasonic FH22
EX-ZR300 | FH22 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Casio EX-ZR300
FH22 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic FH22
EX-ZR300 | FH22 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FH22 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 versus Panasonic FH22 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the FH22.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and FH22 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR300 and FH22.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR300 to give extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR300 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FH22 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS33 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-22 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (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 format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | 170 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | 500 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $329 | $200 |