Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1
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Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 132g - 100 x 55 x 18mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2009

Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the EX-S200 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the EX-S200 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor size.

The EX-S200 was revealed 13 months later than the WX1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-S200 grades versus the WX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S200 over the Sony WX1
EX-S200 | WX1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Casio EX-S200
WX1 | EX-S200 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-S200 and Sony WX1
EX-S200 | WX1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S200 has 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) while the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S200 and the WX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S200 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S200 and WX1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-S200 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Casio EX-S200 will provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-S200 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S200 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-08-03 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-120 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $149 |