Casio EX-Z29 vs Sony W320

Below, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Sony W320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and W320 (14MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and W320 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z29 was announced 10 months earlier than the W320 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z29 grades against the W320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Sony W320 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z29 offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z29 versus Sony W320 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z29 versus the W320.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and W320 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and W320.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z29 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony W320 will offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.