Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ150

Below is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-ZR700 and Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and FZ150 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was released 10 months later than the FZ150 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR700 grades against the FZ150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR700 features physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 and Panasonic FZ150 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the FZ150.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and FZ150 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and FZ150.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR700 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR700 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.