Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony HX1

In this article, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR1000 was announced 3 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up vs the HX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the HX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and HX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR1000 and HX1.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR1000 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Casio EX-ZR1000 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR1000 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.