Casio EX-S5 vs Sony W310

Following is a complete review of the Casio EX-S5 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was launched 12 months earlier than the W310 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-S5 grades versus the W310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S5 has outer measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the EX-S5 versus the W310.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and W310 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and W310.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W310 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.