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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
37
Overall
37

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Sony HX7V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 208g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
  • Released July 2011
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was brought out 6 months prior to the HX7V and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-ZS10 grades versus the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Sony HX7V

 EX-ZS10 HX7V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX7V over the Casio EX-ZS10

 HX7V EX-ZS10 
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution921k0kClearer screen (+921k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony HX7V

 EX-ZS10 HX7V 
ReleasedJanuary 2011July 2011Similar age
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS10 has got external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZS10 versus the HX7V.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and HX7V is 99 and 92 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS10 and HX7V.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX7V to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS10
Portrait photography with Sony HX7V
28
decent MP (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
29
good megapixels (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography features
Sony HX7V Street photography features
49
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography highlights
Sony HX7V Sports photography highlights
32
decent MP (14MP)
features tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography highlights
Sony HX7V Travel photography highlights
70
decent MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
67
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony HX7V as a Landscape photography camera
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
42
relatively wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging advice
Sony HX7V Vlogging advice
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
32
relatively wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony HX7V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony HX7V
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V
General Information
Brand Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-07-19
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing - 3 inch
Resolution of display 0k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - XtraFine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 30s
Max shutter speed - 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 208 gr (0.46 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID - NP-BG1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $120 $499