Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony HX9V

Let's look closer at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was brought out 15 months after the HX9V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up against the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 offers physical measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony HX9V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the HX9V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and HX9V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files however you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZR1000 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.