Casio EX-S5 vs Sony TX1

The following is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-S5 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-S5 (9MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is very similar but the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The EX-S5 was unveiled 7 months prior to the TX1 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-S5 scores against the TX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S5 offers outer measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the TX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and TX1 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and TX1.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-S5 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony TX1 will offer more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.