Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the W510 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and W510 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The EX-Z270 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the W510 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-Z270 matches up against the W510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Sony W510
EX-Z270 | W510 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Casio EX-Z270
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Sony W510
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z270 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while 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).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z270 versus the W510.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and W510 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z270 and W510.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z270 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony W510 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older EX-Z270 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 pounds) | 119 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-80 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $99 |