Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700
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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2010

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR300 was revealed 23 months later than the FX700 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR300 matches up versus the FX700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR300 over the Panasonic FX700
EX-ZR300 | FX700 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 23 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Casio EX-ZR300
FX700 | EX-ZR300 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR300 and Panasonic FX700
EX-ZR300 | FX700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR300 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the FX700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and FX700 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and FX700.
As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR300 to offer more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR300 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2010-07-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 176g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $329 | $399 |