Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-Z400 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z400 was unveiled 24 months before the W530 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z400 grades vs the W530 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Sony W530
EX-Z400 | W530 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Casio EX-Z400
W530 | EX-Z400 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Sony W530
EX-Z400 | W530 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W530 has proportions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z400 and Sony W530 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z400 and the W530.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z400 and W530.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony W530 to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z400 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Casio EX-Z400 vs Sony W530 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-7.0 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 130g (0.29 pounds) | 113g (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $0 | $269 |