Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950
90 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2009

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony S950, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was unveiled 3 years later than the S950 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR1000 scores versus the S950 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Sony S950
EX-ZR1000 | S950 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 44 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
S950 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony S950
EX-ZR1000 | S950 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features exterior dimensions 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 S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony S950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the S950.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and S950 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR1000 and S950.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to deliver greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR1000 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-09-25 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255 grams (0.56 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $572 | $130 |