Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Released February 2010
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-ZS5 was introduced 11 months after the TX5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZS5 grades versus the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sony TX5
EX-ZS5 | TX5 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Casio EX-ZS5
TX5 | EX-ZS5 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony TX5
EX-ZS5 | TX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS5 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Sony TX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZS5 against the TX5.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and TX5 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS5 and TX5.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZS5 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Casio EX-ZS5 will give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS5 should have an edge in sensor technology.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-18 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 28.5mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | ||
Weight | - | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $100 | $239 |