Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-12

Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-12, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the SZ-12 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was brought out 13 months after the SZ-12 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR400 matches up vs the SZ-12 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Olympus SZ-12. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 features exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-12 has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Olympus SZ-12 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the SZ-12.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and SZ-12 is 92 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and SZ-12.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR400 to provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 provides an advantage in sensor technology.