Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ100

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was manufactured 13 months later than the FZ100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-ZR100 matches up against the FZ100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has proportions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the FZ100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and FZ100 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and FZ100.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ100 to render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.