Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony a5100
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 848 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched August 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony a5000
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In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony a5100, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-ZS5 was brought out 4 years prior to the a5100 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZS5 matches up against the a5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and Sony Alpha a5100. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sony a5100
| EX-ZS5 | a5100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Casio EX-ZS5
| a5100 | EX-ZS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2014 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 44 months |
| Focus manually |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 461k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony a5100
| EX-ZS5 | a5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS5 has got 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 a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS5 versus the a5100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and a5100 is 99 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS5 and a5100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZS5 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony a5100 will resolve extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZS5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony a5100 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Alpha a5100 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2011-01-05 | 2014-08-17 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 179 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | () | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 461k dots | 922k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash modes | - | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 | - | 283g (0.62 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 80 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1347 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 400 shots |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | - | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $100 | $448 |