Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic FX90

Following is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR10 was brought out 11 months earlier than the FX90 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR10 matches up versus the FX90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR10 and the FX90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR10 and FX90.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR10 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.