Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510
99 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(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
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was manufactured 3 months earlier than the W510 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z16 grades against the W510 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony W510
EX-Z16 | W510 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Casio EX-Z16
W510 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W510
EX-Z16 | W510 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has measurements of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z16 against the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and W510 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and W510.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | - | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 0k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
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 | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 2.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | - | 119g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $100 | $99 |