Casio EX-100 vs Casio EX-ZR100

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-100 versus Casio EX-ZR100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the EX-ZR100 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was announced 2 years after the EX-ZR100 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-100 grades against the EX-ZR100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR100. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-100 has got physical dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR100 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-100 versus Casio EX-ZR100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-100 vs the EX-ZR100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and EX-ZR100 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and EX-ZR100.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The EX-100 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The younger EX-100 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.