Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus XZ-1

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z450 versus Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") posses different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z450 was introduced 17 months before the XZ-1 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z450 matches up versus the XZ-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys outside measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus XZ-1 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z450 versus Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z450 against the XZ-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and XZ-1 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and XZ-1.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z450 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Casio EX-Z450 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.