Casio EX-S5 vs Sony W560

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-S5 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and W560 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was announced 24 months earlier than the W560 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-S5 scores versus the W560 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-S5 and the W560.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and W560 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and W560.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W560 to deliver extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.