Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35/Casio-EX-Z35-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1/Sony-WX1-front.jpg)
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 size comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |