Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560
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96 Imaging
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was introduced 12 months earlier than the W560 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the W560 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W560
EX-Z550 | W560 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Casio EX-Z550
W560 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W560
EX-Z550 | W560 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 has external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sony W560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z550 and the W560.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and W560.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 lbs) | 110g (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $149 | $139 |