Casio EX-FS10 vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-FS10 versus Zeiss ZX1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Zeiss. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the EX-FS10 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-FS10 was manufactured 10 years before the ZX1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-FS10 scores against the ZX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FS10 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-FS10 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-FS10 against the ZX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FS10 and ZX1 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FS10 and ZX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-FS10 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will give more detail due to its extra 28 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged EX-FS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.