Casio EX-Z33 vs Olympus XZ-10

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus XZ-10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the XZ-10 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was launched 4 years prior to the XZ-10 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z33 grades versus the XZ-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Olympus Stylus XZ-10. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Olympus XZ-10 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-10 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z33 versus Olympus XZ-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the XZ-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and XZ-10 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z33 and XZ-10.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Olympus XZ-10 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.