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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
41
Overall
42

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2010
Sony WX220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Overview

Here, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z35 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was announced 5 years prior to the WX220 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z35 grades against the WX220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sony WX220

 EX-Z35 WX220 
Manually focus More accurate focus

Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Casio EX-Z35

 WX220 EX-Z35 
IntroducedFebruary 2014February 2010More modern by 48 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony WX220

 EX-Z35 WX220 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z35 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z35 versus Sony WX220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the WX220.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and WX220.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony WX220 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Portrait photography camera
27
you can focus manually
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
37
MP count good (18MP)
has face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography details
Sony WX220 Street photography details
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z35
Sports photography with Sony WX220
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
46
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (18MP)
has tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Travel photography advice
Sony WX220 Travel photography advice
52
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
69
MP count good (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
missing Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Landscape photography details
Sony WX220 Landscape photography details
28
you can focus manually
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5 inch)
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
44
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (18 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging advice
Sony WX220 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic port
34
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
missing external microphone socket
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Sony WX220
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-02-21 2014-02-12
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 Bionz X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 3.70 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124g (0.27 lb) 121g (0.27 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
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 life - 210 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-82 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $99 $198