Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony HX99

Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR100 was released 8 years before the HX99 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-ZR100 scores against the HX99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys physical measurements 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 HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony HX99 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the HX99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and HX99 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and HX99.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR100 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.