Casio EX-Z2000 vs Casio EX-ZR1000

On this page, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z2000 and Casio EX-ZR1000, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Casio. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was introduced 3 years earlier than the EX-ZR1000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z2000 grades versus the EX-ZR1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z2000 has got physical dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR1000 has dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z2000 and Casio EX-ZR1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z2000 and the EX-ZR1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and EX-ZR1000 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z2000 and EX-ZR1000.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older EX-Z2000 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.