Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-100 versus Panasonic SZ7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and SZ7 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was revealed 2 years later than the SZ7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-100 grades vs the SZ7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-100 features outside dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") along with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Casio EX-100 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-100 against the SZ7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and SZ7 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and SZ7.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-100 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic SZ7 will provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher EX-100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.