Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-ZR10 was launched 15 months earlier than the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR10 grades versus the SZ7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Panasonic SZ7
EX-ZR10 | SZ7 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Casio EX-ZR10
SZ7 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | September 2010 | Newer by 15 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic SZ7
EX-ZR10 | SZ7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR10 has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Panasonic SZ7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR10 versus the SZ7.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and SZ7 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR10 and SZ7.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ7 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 range | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 220 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $190 | $199 |