Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 674g - 131 x 99 x 75mm
- Released June 2008
- Successor is Sony A380

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sony A350, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the A350 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and A350 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

The EX-ZR100 was revealed 3 years after the A350 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the A350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Sony A350
EX-ZR100 | A350 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | June 2008 | Newer by 38 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A350 over the Casio EX-ZR100
A350 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony A350
EX-ZR100 | A350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 features physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony A350 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sony A350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the A350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and A350 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and A350.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR100 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A350 will give more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony A350 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A350 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2008-06-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.49x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) | 674 gr (1.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 131 x 99 x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 595 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $600 |