Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced January 2010

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Sony TX7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") feature different sensor size.

The EX-ZR700 was revealed 3 years after the TX7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR700 matches up versus the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Sony TX7
EX-ZR700 | TX7 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 38 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Casio EX-ZR700
TX7 | EX-ZR700 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Sony TX7
EX-ZR700 | TX7 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Sony TX7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the TX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR700 and TX7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and TX7.
Plainly, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR700 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Casio EX-ZR700 will result in more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR700 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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), | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $370 | $300 |