Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS20

Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was manufactured 8 months after the TS20 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR1000 scores vs the TS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 offers 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 Panasonic TS20 has measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Panasonic TS20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the TS20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and TS20 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and TS20.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZR1000 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.