Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 was introduced in August 2013 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 was introduced in January 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 over Casio Exilim EX-ZR800.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 922k dot and 920k dot resolutions respectively. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200 and expands to 80 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 features a 18.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400.

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 is equipped with Exilim Engine HS 3 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736 x 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 can take pictures up to 4896 x 3672 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4876 x 3264, 4896 x 2752, 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2752, 3664 x 3664, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2992 x 2992, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2448 x 2448, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1920 x 1920, 1536 x 1536,640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Casio Exilim EX-ZR800

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 has a Mini HDMI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 comes with NP-130 battery pack with battery life of 470 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Casio Exilim EX-ZR800, and up to 1/1200 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.70 m on Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and 6.40 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30..

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 body has dimensions of 108 x 60 x 31 mm (4.25 x 2.36 x 1.22") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 body has dimensions of 105 x 59 x 28 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 1.1"). Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 weighs 222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 weighs 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz).

Casio Exilim EX-ZR800

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30

108 mm

60 mm

105 mm

59 mm

60 mm

59 mm