Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was introduced 17 months prior to the ZS30 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the ZS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 features external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS30 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the ZS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and ZS30 is 92 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and ZS30.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to produce more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.