Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(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
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Following is a extensive review of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-ZR100 was introduced 3 years earlier than the SZ8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the EX-ZR100 matches up vs the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Panasonic SZ8
| EX-ZR100 | SZ8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Casio EX-ZR100
| SZ8 | EX-ZR100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2014 |  | July 2011 | More modern by 30 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Panasonic SZ8
| EX-ZR100 | SZ8 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has got external dimensions 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 SZ8 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the SZ8.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and SZ8 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and SZ8.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 40.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 200 images |
| Type of battery | - | 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 |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $300 | $275 |
