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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57

Portability
99
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Sony SLT-A57 front
Portability
64
Imaging
56
Features
85
Overall
67

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 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
  • Introduced January 2011
Sony A57
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000 (Boost to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 618g - 132 x 98 x 81mm
  • Introduced September 2012
  • Succeeded the Sony A55
  • New Model is Sony A58
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the A57 (16MP) is pretty close but the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The EX-ZS10 was released 20 months earlier than the A57 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZS10 grades against the A57 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Sony A57

 EX-ZS10 A57 

Reasons to pick Sony A57 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 A57 EX-ZS10 
IntroducedSeptember 2012January 2011Fresher by 20 months
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution921k0kClearer screen (+921k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony A57

 EX-ZS10 A57 
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS10 offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A57 has specifications of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZS10 against the A57.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and A57 is 99 and 64 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and A57.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZS10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A57 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The older EX-ZS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography information
Sony A57 Portrait photography information
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
73
focusing manually
good megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography details
Sony A57 Street photography details
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
max ISO too low (0)
75
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography features
Sony A57 Sports photography features
32
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
78
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography info
Sony A57 Travel photography info
70
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
66
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
selfie friendly screen
no Timelapse recording
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography features
Sony A57 Landscape photography features
32
great maximum aperture (f)
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen (")
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
has no RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
72
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging highlights
Sony A57 Vlogging highlights
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
76
selfie friendly screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
has face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony A57 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony A57
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Sony SLT-A57
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Sony SLT-A57
Type Ultracompact Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2011-01-05 2012-09-13
Physical type Ultracompact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4912 x 3264
Highest native ISO - 16000
Highest boosted ISO - 25600
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 15
Cross type focus points - 3
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range () -
Total lenses - 143
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing - 3"
Resolution of display 0k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - Xtra Fine TFT drive with TruBlack technology
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.7x
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 10.00 m (@ ISO 100)
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/160 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60p, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 618g (1.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 132 x 98 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 75
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 785
Other
Battery life - 550 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FM500H
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $120 $1,000