Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Introduced July 2011

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sony TX55, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was released very close to the TX55 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the TX55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Sony TX55
EX-ZR100 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Casio EX-ZR100
TX55 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+769k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony TX55
EX-ZR100 | TX55 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 offers outside measurements 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 TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sony TX55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the TX55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and TX55 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and TX55.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony TX55 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 lbs) | 109g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 | - | 250 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $350 |