Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ10

In this article, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic SZ10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was introduced 4 years before the SZ10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-ZR100 scores against the SZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic SZ10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the SZ10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and SZ10 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and SZ10.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ10 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.