Casio EX-S5 vs Sony RX100 VI

In this article, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S5 versus Sony RX100 VI, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") use different sensor sizes.

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The EX-S5 was introduced 10 years prior to the RX100 VI which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-S5 scores versus the RX100 VI when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S5 features external measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S5 versus Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the RX100 VI.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and RX100 VI is 97 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S5 and RX100 VI.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-S5 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 VI will provide you with more detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.