Casio TRYX vs Nikon D5000

Lets examine more closely at the Casio TRYX vs Nikon D5000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Casio and Nikon. The image resolution of the TRYX (12MP) and the D5000 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the TRYX (1/2.3") and D5000 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The TRYX was unveiled 20 months after the D5000 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio TRYX being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D5000 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the TRYX scores versus the D5000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim TRYX and Nikon D5000. The full galleries are viewable at Casio TRYX Gallery and Nikon D5000 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio TRYX has got outer 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) and the Nikon D5000 has measurements of 127mm x 104mm x 80mm (5.0" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

See the Casio TRYX vs Nikon D5000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TRYX against the D5000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TRYX and D5000 is 99 and 65 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TRYX and D5000.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The TRYX provides the tinier sensor which will make getting bokeh more difficult. The newer TRYX should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.