Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z800 and Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z800 was unveiled 11 months earlier than the W550 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-Z800 matches up vs the W550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Sony W550
EX-Z800 | W550 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Casio EX-Z800
W550 | EX-Z800 | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 11 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Sony W550
EX-Z800 | W550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z800 enjoys outside measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z800 and Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z800 versus the W550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z800 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z800 and W550.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z800 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-08-03 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) | 110 gr (0.24 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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-120 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | - |
Cost at release | $150 | $119 |