Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic SZ1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was brought out 5 months before the SZ1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the SZ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and SZ1 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and SZ1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively.