Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Panasonic SZ10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR15 was revealed 4 years prior to the SZ10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 scores versus the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the SZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and SZ10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and SZ10.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be behind in sensor innovation.