Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z800 was introduced 11 months prior to the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z800 matches up versus the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Sony TX55
EX-Z800 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Casio EX-Z800
TX55 | EX-Z800 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | August 2010 | More recent by 11 months | |
Display dimension | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Sony TX55
EX-Z800 | TX55 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z800 offers outer measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z800 vs the TX55.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z800 and TX55 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z800 and TX55.
All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX55 to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-08-03 | 2011-07-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-120 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $150 | $350 |