Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W690

Lets look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony W690, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was introduced 7 months later than the W690 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up versus the W690 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and W690 is 90 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and W690.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR1000 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.