Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ100

Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was unveiled 2 years later than the FZ100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR400 grades vs the FZ100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR400 features 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 FZ100 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the FZ100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and FZ100 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and FZ100.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to show more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR400 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.