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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Sony Alpha a1 front
Portability
61
Imaging
81
Features
93
Overall
85

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
Sony a1
(Full Review)
  • 50MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
  • Introduced January 2021
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Overview

Here is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-ZS10 was launched 11 years prior to the a1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZS10 scores vs the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Sony a1

 EX-ZS10 a1 

Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 a1 EX-ZS10 
IntroducedJanuary 2021January 2011Fresher by 122 months
Manual focus More precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution1440k0kSharper screen (+1440k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony a1

 EX-ZS10 a1 
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS10 enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony a1 has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZS10 versus the a1.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and a1 is 99 and 61 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and a1.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZS10 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony a1 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older EX-ZS10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography advice
Sony a1 Portrait photography advice
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
88
has manual focus
flash sync is higher than normal (1/400 seconds)
sensor resolution is great (50 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detect focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Street photography camera
Sony a1 as a Street photography camera
49
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
79
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
supports touch to focus
environment proofing
very good ISO range (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography highlights
Sony a1 Sports photography highlights
32
good MP (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
90
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
high frames per second (30.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is great (50MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery (530 CIPA)
supports phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Travel photography with Sony a1
71
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly display
73
good battery (530 shots)
environment proofing
has bluetooth
supports touch to focus
sensor resolution is great (50MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography factors
Sony a1 Landscape photography factors
33
fast maximum aperture (f)
good MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
screen is small (")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
88
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is great (50MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
very good ISO range (32,000)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
good battery (530 CIPA)
has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS10
Vlogging with Sony a1
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
36
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (7680 x 4320 pixels)
comes with mic port
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony a1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony a1
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Sony Alpha a1
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Sony Alpha a1
Category Ultracompact Pro Mirrorless
Released 2011-01-05 2021-01-26
Body design Ultracompact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 50MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 8640 x 5760
Max native ISO - 32000
Max boosted ISO - 102400
Min native ISO - 100
RAW support
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 759
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range () -
Total lenses - 133
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing - 3 inches
Resolution of screen 0k dot 1,440k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 9,437k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.9x
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 30.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/400 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98)
Max video resolution 1280x720 7680x4320
Video data format Motion JPEG XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 737 grams (1.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 530 shots
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media - Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots One 2
Launch cost $120 $6,498