Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 198g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ40
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS35
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-ZR400 was revealed within a month of the ZS30 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR400 scores vs the ZS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Panasonic ZS30
EX-ZR400 | ZS30 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS30 over the Casio EX-ZR400
ZS30 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 461k | Crisper display (+459k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS30
EX-ZR400 | ZS30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2013 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has got outer dimensions 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 ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR400 against the ZS30.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and ZS30 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and ZS30.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ40 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $0 | $250 |