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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
53
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 front
Portability
65
Imaging
36
Features
64
Overall
47

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
  • Revealed January 2013
Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
  • 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
  • Announced July 2012
  • Previous Model is Panasonic FZ100
  • Refreshed by Panasonic FZ300
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Overview

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and FZ200 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR700 was revealed 7 months after the FZ200 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-ZR700 scores versus the FZ200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Panasonic FZ200

 EX-ZR700 FZ200 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013July 2012Newer by 7 months
Screen resolution922k460kClearer screen (+462k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ200 over the Casio EX-ZR700

 FZ200 EX-ZR700 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Panasonic FZ200

 EX-ZR700 FZ200 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR700 features outer measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Panasonic FZ200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR700 vs the FZ200.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and FZ200 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR700 and FZ200.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR700 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR700 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR700
Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ200
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you can focus manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports face detection focus
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
48
focusing manually
above average flash sync speed (1/4,000 seconds)
has face detection focus
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FZ200 as a Street photography camera
61
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors in class (222 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
57
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
small sensor size (1/2.3")
heavier than competitors (588 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Sports photography details
Panasonic FZ200 Sports photography details
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great zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
better than average battery life (470 per charge)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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excellent zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (540 per charge)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic FZ200 Travel photography highlights
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better than average battery life (470 per charge)
lighter than competitors in class (222g)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
very long zoom (450mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
55
better than average battery pack (540 CIPA)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
pretty wide (25mm)
long reach (600mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (588g)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FZ200 as a Landscape photography camera
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you can focus manually
rather wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
better than average battery life (470 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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focusing manually
pretty wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (540 shots)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Vlogging information
Panasonic FZ200 Vlogging information
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rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (222 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic support
63
pretty wide (25mm)
selfie friendly screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external mic port
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
heavier than competitors (588 grams)
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic FZ200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR700 and Panasonic FZ200
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR700Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2013-01-29 2012-07-18
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by EXILIM Engine HS 3 Venus Engine VII FHD
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-450mm (18.0x) 25-600mm (24.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.8
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 922k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,312k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 13.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/4000s
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 (30,20,15 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, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (240, 120, 30, 25 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 222 grams (0.49 pounds) 588 grams (1.30 pounds)
Dimensions 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 37
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 19.1
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 114
Other
Battery life 470 photos 540 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-130 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $370 $499