Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS50

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the ZS50 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR400 grades vs the ZS50 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 has got exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS50 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the ZS50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and ZS50.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR400 to give you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.