Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 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
- Announced September 2010
(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
- Launched July 2010

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony TX9, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was brought out 3 months later than the TX9 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR10 matches up versus the TX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony TX9
EX-ZR10 | TX9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Casio EX-ZR10
TX9 | EX-ZR10 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony TX9
EX-ZR10 | TX9 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR10 has outside measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony TX9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 and the TX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and TX9 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR10 and TX9.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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 | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 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-110 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $190 | $799 |