Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Released July 2010

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was unveiled 10 months before the WX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z450 matches up vs the WX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Sony WX5
EX-Z450 | WX5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Casio EX-Z450
WX5 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony WX5
EX-Z450 | WX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z450 and the WX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and WX5.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-40 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $229 | $250 |