Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370
90 Imaging
39 Features
53 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 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
- Launched September 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony W370, 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-ZR1000 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was announced 2 years after the W370 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZR1000 grades versus the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Sony W370
EX-ZR1000 | W370 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 34 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
W370 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony W370
EX-ZR1000 | W370 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys outer 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 W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony W370 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the W370.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and W370 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and W370.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR1000 to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR1000 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-09-25 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 255 gr (0.56 lb) | 179 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $572 | $230 |