Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was revealed within a month of the XS1 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-ZR700 matches up against the XS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Panasonic XS1
EX-ZR700 | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Casio EX-ZR700
XS1 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Panasonic XS1
EX-ZR700 | XS1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR700 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the XS1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and XS1 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and XS1.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.

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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (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), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) | 103 grams (0.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 470 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $370 | $130 |