Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony TX5

Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z2000 and Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the EX-Z2000 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z2000 was announced within a month of the TX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-Z2000 scores versus the TX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 has external measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z2000 and Sony TX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z2000 against the TX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z2000 and TX5 is 95 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and TX5.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z2000 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Casio EX-Z2000 will render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.