Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FX48

Below is a complete overview of the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic FX48, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was launched 2 years later than the FX48 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the FX48.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and FX48 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and FX48.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.