Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony HX9V
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Launched July 2011
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Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony HX9V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-ZR10 was manufactured 10 months earlier than the HX9V so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR10 grades against the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony HX9V
| EX-ZR10 | HX9V |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Casio EX-ZR10
| HX9V | EX-ZR10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2011 | September 2010 | More recent by 10 months | |
| Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony HX9V
| EX-ZR10 | HX9V | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR10 has outer measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and HX9V is 93 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and HX9V.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX9V to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2011-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 461k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| 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 model | NP-110 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $190 | $328 |