Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FZ40

Here is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-100 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and FZ40 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was revealed 3 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-100 grades versus the FZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 offers external dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-100 versus Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-100 against the FZ40.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and FZ40 is 83 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and FZ40.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FZ40 will give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.