Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2010

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was announced 9 months later than the S2100 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-ZR10 scores vs the S2100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony S2100
EX-ZR10 | S2100 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 9 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Casio EX-ZR10
S2100 | EX-ZR10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony S2100
EX-ZR10 | S2100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR10 provides outer measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony S2100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR10 versus the S2100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR10 and S2100.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-ZR10 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
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 | 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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-110 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $190 | $0 |