Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W510

In this write-up, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony W510, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was brought out 21 months later than the W510 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up vs the W510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 comes with external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sony W510 has specifications of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony W510 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the W510.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and W510 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and W510.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR1000 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.