Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9
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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-WX9 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX9.jpg)
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39 Features
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-Z35 versus Sony WX9, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and WX9 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z35 was released 10 months earlier than the WX9 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sony WX9
EX-Z35 | WX9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Casio EX-Z35
WX9 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 10 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony WX9
EX-Z35 | WX9 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z35 versus Sony WX9 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)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z35 versus the WX9.
![Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 size comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX9-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX9-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and WX9.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony WX9 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX9-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony WX9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z35-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX9-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 WX9 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-82 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $99 | $188 |