Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1
97 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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96 Imaging
33 Features
18 Overall
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Announced August 2009

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sony WX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is pretty similar but the EX-Z33 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-Z33 was announced about the same time to the WX1 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z33 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z33 scores vs the WX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Sony WX1
EX-Z33 | WX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Casio EX-Z33
WX1 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony WX1
EX-Z33 | WX1 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z33 has got outer dimensions 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 WX1 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sony WX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 and the WX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and WX1 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and WX1.
To sum up, both cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The EX-Z33 comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2009-08-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 106g (0.23 lb) | 149g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $120 | $149 |