Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-Z400 and Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was launched 12 months prior to the W350 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z400 matches up versus the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Sony W350
EX-Z400 | W350 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Casio EX-Z400
W350 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Sony W350
EX-Z400 | W350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 provides external dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z400 and Sony W350 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z400 against the W350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and W350 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z400 and W350.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony W350 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-Z400 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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-40 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $200 |