Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 69 x 27mm
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Introduced February 2009

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the W290 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was introduced 20 months after the W290 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR10 matches up vs the W290 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony W290
EX-ZR10 | W290 | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 20 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Casio EX-ZR10
W290 | EX-ZR10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony W290
EX-ZR10 | W290 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W290 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sony W290 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR10 compared to the W290.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR10 and W290.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-ZR10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $190 | $230 |