Casio EX-S200 vs Sony W530

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-S200 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S200 was revealed 5 months before the W530 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-S200 grades versus the W530 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S200 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-S200 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-S200 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-S200 and Sony W530 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-S200 against the W530.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and W530 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S200 and W530.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos although you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.