Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony HX350

The following is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was launched 5 years earlier than the HX350 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 grades versus the HX350 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony HX350 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the HX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and HX350 is 90 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and HX350.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX350 to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR1000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.