Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony TX9
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Released July 2010
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony TX9 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z450 versus Sony TX9, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z450 was released 10 months earlier than the TX9 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z450 grades against the TX9 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Sony TX9
| EX-Z450 | TX9 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Casio EX-Z450
| TX9 | EX-Z450 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2010 |  | August 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony TX9
| EX-Z450 | TX9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 has physical dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Sony TX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z450 and the TX9.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and TX9.
Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony TX9 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Sony |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2009-08-18 | 2010-07-08 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 2 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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-40 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $229 | $799 |