Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX10V

Lets look much closer at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was launched 7 months prior to the HX10V and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR100 scores against the HX10V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 features physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the HX10V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and HX10V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.