Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic ZS20

Here is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and ZS20 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The EX-100 was manufactured 22 months later than the ZS20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-100 matches up versus the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 comes with physical measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-100 compared to the ZS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and ZS20 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and ZS20.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS20 will provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer EX-100 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.