Casio EX-S200 vs Sony W550

Below is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-S200 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S200 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the W550 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-S200 scores vs the W550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S200 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-S200 vs Sony W550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S200 compared to the W550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S200 and W550.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-S200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.