Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony HX100V

Following is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was introduced 22 months after the HX100V which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR800 matches up against the HX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 comes with external measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony HX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and HX100V is 91 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and HX100V.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-ZR800 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.