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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
32
Features
25
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR400
(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
  • Released January 2013
Panasonic ZS1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Released May 2009
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR400 was announced 3 years after the ZS1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the ZS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Panasonic ZS1

 EX-ZR400 ZS1 
ReleasedJanuary 2013May 2009Newer by 46 months
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kSharper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Casio EX-ZR400

 ZS1 EX-ZR400 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS1

 EX-ZR400 ZS1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the ZS1.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and ZS1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and ZS1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR400 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Casio EX-ZR400 will result in greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR400 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS1
39
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
24
has face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Street photography info
Panasonic ZS1 Street photography info
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (205 grams)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (229g)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS1
57
long zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
high max fps (30.0 frames/s)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
great battery pack (500 CIPA)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
24
image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS1 Travel photography features
71
great battery pack (500 shots)
lighter than competition (205g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long reach (300mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
62
lighter than competitors (229 grams)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS1
52
manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
great battery pack (500 CIPA)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse function
30
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Vlogging camera
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (205g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no external mic port
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than competitors (229 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone port
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS1
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ6
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2013-01-29 2009-05-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-300mm (12.5x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus range 1cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 6.3
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 30.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.70 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 205 gr (0.45 pounds) 229 gr (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 500 pictures -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-130 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $0 $0