Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ35

Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and FZ35 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was released 2 years later than the FZ35 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR400 grades against the FZ35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 features exterior 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 FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic FZ35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the FZ35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and FZ35 is 92 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and FZ35.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR400 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.