Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 498g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Launched July 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ48
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe EX-ZR100 was revealed within a month of the FZ47 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the FZ47 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Panasonic FZ47
EX-ZR100 | FZ47 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ47 over the Casio EX-ZR100
FZ47 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic FZ47
EX-ZR100 | FZ47 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Panasonic FZ47 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the FZ47.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and FZ47 is 92 and 68 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and FZ47.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic FZ47 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ48 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2011-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 lb) | 498g (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
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 | - | 400 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $300 | $379 |