Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony TX5

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.