Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 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
- Released August 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Released October 2012
- Old Model is Panasonic LX5
- Successor is Panasonic LX10

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR800 and Panasonic LX7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") boast different sensor sizes.

The EX-ZR800 was revealed 10 months after the LX7 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-ZR800 scores vs the LX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Panasonic LX7
EX-ZR800 | LX7 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | October 2012 | More modern by 10 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Casio EX-ZR800
LX7 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Panasonic LX7
EX-ZR800 | LX7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got physical dimensions 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 LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR800 and Panasonic LX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the LX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and LX7 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and LX7.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR800 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Casio EX-ZR800 will show more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR800 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2012-10-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 8.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $429 | $400 |