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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
46
Overall
39
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
41
Overall
38

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched July 2011
Panasonic SZ7
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was released 5 months before the SZ7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the SZ7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Panasonic SZ7

 EX-ZR100 SZ7 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Screen resolution461k460kClearer screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Casio EX-ZR100

 SZ7 EX-ZR100 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic SZ7

 EX-ZR100 SZ7 
LaunchedJuly 2011January 2012Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the SZ7.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and SZ7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and SZ7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic SZ7 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Portrait photography with Panasonic SZ7
29
has manual focus
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
33
good resolution (14MP)
includes face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZR100
Street photography with Panasonic SZ7
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average in class (204g)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (133g)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Sports photography factors
Panasonic SZ7 Sports photography factors
46
incredible zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
max fps high (40.0 frames per second)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features tracking focus
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Travel photography details
Panasonic SZ7 Travel photography details
63
lighter than average in class (204 grams)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long zoom (300mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
70
lighter than average (133g)
good resolution (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
no Timelapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Landscape photography features
Panasonic SZ7 Landscape photography features
43
has manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
42
quite wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual exposure
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR100 Vlogging details
Panasonic SZ7 Vlogging details
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average in class (204 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic socket
35
quite wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (133 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no microphone support
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic SZ7
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR100Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7
General Information
Company Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-07-19 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
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 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 461k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 40.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 204 gr (0.45 lbs) 133 gr (0.29 lbs)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 - 220 photos
Battery style - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $300 $199