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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
22
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z270
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
  • 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2009
Sony TX1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
  • 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z270 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and TX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z270 was announced 7 months before the TX1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z270 matches up vs the TX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Sony TX1

 EX-Z270 TX1 

Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Casio EX-Z270

 TX1 EX-Z270 
LaunchedAugust 2009January 2009Newer by 7 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution230k115kSharper screen (+115k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Sony TX1

 EX-Z270 TX1 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 features external measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z270 versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z270 against the TX1.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z270 and TX1.

Clearly, both cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 features the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow DOF tougher. The more aged EX-Z270 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Portrait photography information
Sony TX1 Portrait photography information
19
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW files
19
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.4")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Street photography highlights
Sony TX1 Street photography highlights
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.4")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 as a Sports photography camera
Sony TX1 as a Sports photography camera
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.4")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 as a Travel photography camera
Sony TX1 as a Travel photography camera
58
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
51
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Landscape photography factors
Sony TX1 Landscape photography factors
31
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.5")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
31
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.4")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Vlogging highlights
Sony TX1 Vlogging highlights
29
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic jack
28
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic port
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z270 and Sony TX1
 Casio Exilim EX-Z270Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z270 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2009-01-08 2009-08-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.5" 1/2.4"
Sensor dimensions 5.744 x 4.308mm 6.104 x 4.578mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 27.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-7.8 f/3.5-4.6
Macro focusing range - 8cm
Focal length multiplier 6.3 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/2 secs 2 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1250 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111 grams (0.24 lb) 142 grams (0.31 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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-80 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $0 $350