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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Casio Exilim TRYX front
Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Casio TRYX
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 21mm (F2.8) lens
  • n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
  • Launched January 2011
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZS5 and Casio TRYX, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the TRYX (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was announced within a month of the TRYX which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZS5 scores vs the TRYX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Casio TRYX

 EX-ZS5 TRYX 

Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Casio EX-ZS5

 TRYX EX-ZS5 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Casio TRYX

 EX-ZS5 TRYX 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution461k461kExact same screen resolution
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 provides external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Casio TRYX has dimensions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZS5 versus the TRYX.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and TRYX is 99 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and TRYX.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-ZS5 to produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Portrait photography camera
Casio TRYX as a Portrait photography camera
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography factors
Casio TRYX Street photography factors
49
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
58
screen articulates fully
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Sports photography camera
Casio TRYX as a Sports photography camera
32
megapixel count decent (14MP)
includes tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
17
fixed focal length (21mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Travel photography advice
Casio TRYX Travel photography advice
71
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
56
screen is selfie friendly
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography info
Casio TRYX Landscape photography info
38
good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
28
nice screen size (3")
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (21mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
Casio TRYX as a Vlogging camera
27
good maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (848 x 480 pixels)
no mic jack
62
screen is selfie friendly
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of image stabilization
lack of microphone port
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Casio TRYX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Casio TRYX
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Casio Exilim TRYX
General Information
Make Casio Casio
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Casio Exilim TRYX
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 Exilim Engine HS
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 21mm (1x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8
Macro focusing range - 8cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dot 461 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - Super Clear TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 1/8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6")
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
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $100 $689