Casio EX-S5 vs Casio EX-ZR10

On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-S5 and Casio EX-ZR10, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Casio. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and EX-ZR10 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was announced 20 months before the EX-ZR10 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-S5 matches up vs the EX-ZR10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Casio Exilim EX-ZR10. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S5 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR10 has sizing of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S5 and Casio EX-ZR10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the EX-ZR10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and EX-ZR10 is 97 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and EX-ZR10.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR10 to offer greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.