Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 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
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced July 2011

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony TX55, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was brought out 10 months before the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR10 matches up versus the TX55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony TX55
EX-ZR10 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Casio EX-ZR10
TX55 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 10 months |
Screen dimension | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony TX55
EX-ZR10 | TX55 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR10 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the TX55.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR10 and TX55 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and TX55.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX55 to render greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 109 grams (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 life | - | 250 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $190 | $350 |