Casio EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic ZS30

Below is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was manufactured 8 months later than the ZS30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR800 scores against the ZS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR800 comes with physical measurements 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 ZS30 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR800 compared to the ZS30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and ZS30 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR800 and ZS30.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to render extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR800 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.