Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
(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-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z35 was released 7 months after the WX1 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z35 grades against the WX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sony WX1
EX-Z35 | WX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Casio EX-Z35
WX1 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony WX1
EX-Z35 | WX1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX1 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony WX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z35 and the WX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z35 and WX1.
Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z35 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Casio EX-Z35 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z35 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-02-21 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 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 exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $99 | $149 |