Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Olympus FE-45

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus FE-45, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and FE-45 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was brought out 3 years later than the FE-45 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up against the FE-45 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Olympus FE-45. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Olympus FE-45 has dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Olympus FE-45 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the FE-45.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and FE-45 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and FE-45.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR1000 to render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR1000 provides an advantage in sensor tech.