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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
41
Overall
42

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Launched September 2010
Sony WX220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Launched February 2014
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WX220 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z16 grades vs the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony WX220

 EX-Z16 WX220 
Manually focus More exact focus

Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Casio EX-Z16

 WX220 EX-Z16 
LaunchedFebruary 2014September 2010Newer by 41 months
Display sizing3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution460k0kCrisper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony WX220

 EX-Z16 WX220 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the WX220.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and WX220 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and WX220.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony WX220 to result in extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Sony WX220
27
manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
37
megapixel count decent (18MP)
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Street photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Street photography camera
58
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography factors
Sony WX220 Sports photography factors
27
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
46
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (18MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography highlights
Sony WX220 Travel photography highlights
53
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
megapixel count decent (18MP)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
great zoom (250mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography features
Sony WX220 Landscape photography features
32
manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
44
really wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (18MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging features
Sony WX220 Vlogging features
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (848 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone support
34
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
missing mic jack
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony WX220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Sony WX220
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-09-20 2014-02-12
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 Bionz X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 18MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range 7cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 3 inch
Screen resolution 0k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.70 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 121 gr (0.27 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 210 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch price $100 $198