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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front
Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
26
Overall
37

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 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
  • Introduced January 2010
Sony W810
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced January 2014
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Overview

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was launched 5 years earlier than the W810 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W810

 EX-Z550 W810 
Manual focus More exact focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Casio EX-Z550

 W810 EX-Z550 
IntroducedJanuary 2014January 2010More modern by 48 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W810

 EX-Z550 W810 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 features physical measurements 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 W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the W810.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and W810 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and W810.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony W810 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z550
Portrait photography with Sony W810
35
manual focus
good MP (14 megapixels)
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
38
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Street photography camera
Sony W810 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z550
Sports photography with Sony W810
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography features
Sony W810 Travel photography features
65
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
67
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (27mm)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z550
Landscape photography with Sony W810
42
manual focus
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
41
decently wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging features
Sony W810 Vlogging features
29
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external mic support
32
decently wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic port
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W810
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2014-01-07
Body design 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 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 5152 x 3864
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 27-162mm (6.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.5-6.5
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 2 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.20 m (with ISO auto)
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance 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 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 143g (0.32 lb) 111g (0.24 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
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 life - 200 photographs
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $149 $100