Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced June 2013
- New Model is Sony RX1R II

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z550 was launched 4 years before the RX1R which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z550 matches up versus the RX1R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony RX1R
EX-Z550 | RX1R |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Casio EX-Z550
RX1R | EX-Z550 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony RX1R
EX-Z550 | RX1R | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 features physical measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the RX1R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and RX1R is 95 and 79 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and RX1R.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z550 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony RX1R will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2013-06-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.0 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143g (0.32 pounds) | 482g (1.06 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 91 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $149 | $2,798 |