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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950

Portability
99
Imaging
34
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front
Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
17
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced September 2010
Sony S950
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
  • 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was revealed 20 months later than the S950 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z16 scores against the S950 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony S950

 EX-Z16 S950 
IntroducedSeptember 2010February 2009More recent by 20 months

Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Casio EX-Z16

 S950 EX-Z16 
Screen dimensions2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony S950

 EX-Z16 S950 
Manual focus More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the S950.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and S950 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and S950.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-Z16 to give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer EX-Z16 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography information
Sony S950 Portrait photography information
27
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
25
has manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography features
Sony S950 Street photography features
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography advice
Sony S950 Sports photography advice
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
24
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography advice
Sony S950 Travel photography advice
53
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
50
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z16
Landscape photography with Sony S950
32
has manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (")
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
31
has manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Vlogging camera
Sony S950 as a Vlogging camera
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (848 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have mic socket
9
lack of video recording
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S950 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Sony S950
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
General Information
Make Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-09-20 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.3-5.2
Macro focusing range 7cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 -
Maximum video resolution 848x480 None
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 167 gr (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media - Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $100 $130