Casio EX-S5 vs Sony S950

On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S5 vs Sony S950, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-S5 (9MP) and the S950 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was unveiled within a month of the S950 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-S5 grades vs the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-S5 vs Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-S5 against the S950.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and S950 is 97 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and S950.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony S950 to provide greater detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively.