Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 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
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced July 2010

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was introduced 3 months later than the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR10 matches up against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony WX5
EX-ZR10 | WX5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Casio EX-ZR10
WX5 | EX-ZR10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony WX5
EX-ZR10 | WX5 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 461k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR10 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony WX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the WX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR10 and WX5 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR10 and WX5.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
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 | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.8" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 461 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 146g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $190 | $250 |