Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
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The following is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR10 matches up versus the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Panasonic SZ3
| EX-ZR10 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Casio EX-ZR10
| SZ3 | EX-ZR10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | September 2010 | Newer by 28 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic SZ3
| EX-ZR10 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR10 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the SZ3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR10 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and SZ3.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR10 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 images |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at release | $190 | $150 |