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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310

Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z800
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
  • Released August 2010
Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Overview

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was unveiled 7 months after the W310 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z800 matches up against the W310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Sony W310

 EX-Z800 W310 
LaunchedAugust 2010January 2010More modern by 7 months
Manual focus More precise focus

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-Z800

 W310 EX-Z800 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Sony W310

 EX-Z800 W310 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 has physical dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z800 against the W310.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and W310 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and W310.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-Z800 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z800 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Portrait photography info
Sony W310 Portrait photography info
35
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Street photography details
Sony W310 Street photography details
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Sports photography information
Sony W310 Sports photography information
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Travel photography details
Sony W310 Travel photography details
65
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (27mm)
no Time Lapse function
does not feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
58
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z800 Landscape photography factors
Sony W310 Landscape photography factors
42
manual focus
rather wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z800
Vlogging with Sony W310
29
rather wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic port
29
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone port
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z800 and Sony W310
 Casio Exilim EX-Z800Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
General Information
Brand Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z800 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-08-03 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 50 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 27-108mm (4.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.0-5.8
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 1s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 grams (0.27 lb) 137 grams (0.30 lb)
Dimensions 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 ID NP-120 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $150 $150