Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic SZ7

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-10 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively close but the EX-10 (1/1.7") and SZ7 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The EX-10 was unveiled 23 months later than the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-10 grades against the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-10 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-10 vs the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-10 and SZ7 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-10 and SZ7.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-10 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic SZ7 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer EX-10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.