Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ200

Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was launched 7 months later than the FZ200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR400 grades vs the FZ200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic FZ200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 vs the FZ200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and FZ200 is 92 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and FZ200.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 should have an edge in sensor innovation.