Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released January 2012

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WX50 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the WX50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sony WX50
EX-Z550 | WX50 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Casio EX-Z550
WX50 | EX-Z550 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sony WX50
EX-Z550 | WX50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in 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) and the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z550 against the WX50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and WX50 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and WX50.
As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX50 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lb) | 117 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 life | - | 240 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $149 | $250 |