Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX1
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Released August 2009
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Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-ZS5 was announced 18 months after the TX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZS5 matches up vs the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sony TX1
| EX-ZS5 | TX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Casio EX-ZS5
| TX1 | EX-ZS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony TX1
| EX-ZS5 | TX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS5 comes with physical 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) while the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS5 and the TX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and TX1 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS5 and TX1.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZS5 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Casio EX-ZS5 will resolve extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZS5 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | () | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 8cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| 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 | - | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $100 | $350 |