Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z550 was released within a month of the W310 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z550 grades versus the W310 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W310
EX-Z550 | W310 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-Z550
W310 | EX-Z550 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W310
EX-Z550 | W310 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the W310.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and W310.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z550 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) | 137 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $149 | $150 |