Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V 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
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched April 2013
- Succeeded the Sony HX30V
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V Overview
Here is a in depth review of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe EX-ZR100 was released 21 months before the HX50V making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 matches up against the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Sony HX50V
EX-ZR100 | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Casio EX-ZR100
HX50V | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | July 2011 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony HX50V
EX-ZR100 | HX50V | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the HX50V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR100 and HX50V.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX50V to render greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older EX-ZR100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 2920 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 pounds) | 272g (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
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 life | - | 400 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $300 | $439 |