Casio EX-S5 vs Sony WX9

Below, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S5 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and WX9 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was launched 24 months earlier than the WX9 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-S5 grades versus the WX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 has got outer dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-S5 versus Sony WX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S5 versus the WX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and WX9 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and WX9.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX9 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.