Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810
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36 Features
25 Overall
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96 Imaging
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 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)
- 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

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").

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.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W810
EX-Z550 | W810 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Casio EX-Z550
W810 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 48 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W810
EX-Z550 | W810 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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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 |