Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX5
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Released February 2010
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Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") feature different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-Z16 was brought out 8 months after the TX5 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony TX5
| EX-Z16 | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2010 |  | February 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Casio EX-Z16
| TX5 | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | " | Larger display (+3") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony TX5
| EX-Z16 | TX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 provides physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sony TX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the TX5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and TX5 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and TX5.
As you can see, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Casio EX-Z16 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z16 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2010-02-18 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | - | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 0k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 2.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $100 | $239 |
