Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
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On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-Z33 matches up vs the SZ1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Panasonic SZ1
| EX-Z33 | SZ1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Casio EX-Z33
| SZ1 | EX-Z33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 28 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic SZ1
| EX-Z33 | SZ1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z33 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the SZ1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and SZ1 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z33 and SZ1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2012-01-09 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.80 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 106 grams (0.23 lb) | 131 grams (0.29 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-82 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $120 | $179 |