Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320
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36 Features
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36 Features
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sony W320, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the W320 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z550 was introduced around the same time to the W320 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the W320 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W320
EX-Z550 | W320 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Casio EX-Z550
W320 | EX-Z550 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W320
EX-Z550 | W320 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2010 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sony W320 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z550 against the W320.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and W320 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and W320.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to take the age of the cameras into account.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W320 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $149 | $269 |