Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2014

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W830, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was unveiled 5 years prior to the W830 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the W830 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony W830
EX-Z550 | W830 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Casio EX-Z550
W830 | 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 W830
EX-Z550 | W830 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony W830 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the W830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and W830 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and W830.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony W830 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony W830 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
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 | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 pounds) | 122 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $149 | $128 |