Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 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
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Announced January 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT4
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS3
- New Model is Panasonic TS5

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic TS4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was released 16 months before the TS4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-ZR10 matches up against the TS4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Panasonic TS4
EX-ZR10 | TS4 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS4 over the Casio EX-ZR10
TS4 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 16 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic TS4
EX-ZR10 | TS4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 has got external dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic TS4 has proportions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR10 and Panasonic TS4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR10 versus the TS4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and TS4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and TS4.
As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR10 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Panasonic TS4 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT4 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2012-01-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine FHD |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 pounds) | 197g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 310 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $190 | $399 |