Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2010
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe EX-ZR100 was announced 13 months after the WX5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR100 grades versus the WX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Sony WX5
EX-ZR100 | WX5 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 13 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Casio EX-ZR100
WX5 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sony WX5
EX-ZR100 | WX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 461k | 461k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides 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) while the Sony WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the WX5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and WX5 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and WX5.
As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZR100 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | 204 gr (0.45 pounds) | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $250 |