Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony NEX-6

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony NEX-6, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZS10 was announced 3 years before the NEX-6 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZS10 grades against the NEX-6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZS10 Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS10 comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the NEX-6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and NEX-6 is 99 and 85 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and NEX-6.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZS10 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-6 will resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-ZS10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.