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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(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
  • Announced January 2010
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was revealed at a similar time to the W330 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-Z550 grades vs the W330 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W330

 EX-Z550 W330 
Focus manually Very accurate focus

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Casio EX-Z550

 W330 EX-Z550 
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W330

 EX-Z550 W330 
LaunchedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 compared to the W330.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and W330.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you should take the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W330 as a Portrait photography camera
34
you can focus manually
MP count good (14MP)
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Street photography camera
Sony W330 as a Street photography camera
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z550
Sports photography with Sony W330
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
26
good resolution (14MP)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography highlights
Sony W330 Travel photography highlights
65
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.6)
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z550
Landscape photography with Sony W330
42
you can focus manually
decently wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
37
fairly wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z550
Vlogging with Sony W330
29
decently wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
26
fairly wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W330
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-01-06 2010-01-07
Body design 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 14MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus range - 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
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 240 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 143g (0.32 lbs) 128g (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $149 $170