Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-10 versus Panasonic ZS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and ZS30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The EX-10 was launched 11 months later than the ZS30 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-10 scores vs the ZS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-10 enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-10 versus Panasonic ZS30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-10 against the ZS30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-10 and ZS30 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-10 and ZS30.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-10 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS30 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.