Casio EX-100 vs Sony HX5

Here is a extended overview of the Casio EX-100 and Sony HX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and HX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was launched 3 years later than the HX5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-100 matches up vs the HX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 features outside measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-100 and Sony HX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-100 vs the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and HX5 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-100 and HX5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Casio EX-100 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-100 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.