Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released August 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Panasonic FH3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-ZR800 was introduced 3 years after the FH3 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZR800 matches up versus the FH3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Panasonic FH3
EX-ZR800 | FH3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | January 2010 | More modern by 44 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Casio EX-ZR800
FH3 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Panasonic FH3
EX-ZR800 | FH3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Panasonic FH3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the FH3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and FH3 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and FH3.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR800 to offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR800 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 165 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 470 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $429 | $160 |