Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1
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Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 384g - 120 x 68 x 49mm
- Revealed November 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed August 2009

Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-10 versus Sony TX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-10 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is very close but the EX-10 (1/1.7") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-10 was announced 4 years after the TX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-10 grades versus the TX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-10 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-10 over the Sony TX1
EX-10 | TX1 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 53 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Casio EX-10
TX1 | EX-10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-10 and Sony TX1
EX-10 | TX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-10 offers external dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-10 versus Sony TX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-10 and the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-10 and TX1 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-10 and TX1.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-10 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Casio EX-10 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent EX-10 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-10 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-11-14 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS 3 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear LCD with 180 degree upward tilt | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 250 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.90 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, off, fill-in, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 384 grams (0.85 pounds) | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 68 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 455 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-130A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $456 | $350 |