Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX40

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was manufactured 3 years later than the FX48 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the FX48 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Panasonic FX48 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Panasonic FX48
EX-ZR300 | FX48 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 41 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Casio EX-ZR300
FX48 | EX-ZR300 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic FX48
EX-ZR300 | FX48 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR300 comes with physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the FX48.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and FX48 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and FX48.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR300 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX48 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX40 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-22 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $329 | $325 |