Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W690

Its time to take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was released 3 years prior to the W690 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony W690 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the W690.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z33 and W690 is 97 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and W690.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W690 to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.