Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310
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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 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
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR10 was released 9 months after the W310 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR10 matches up vs the W310 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR10 over the Sony W310
EX-ZR10 | W310 | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 9 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-ZR10
W310 | EX-ZR10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR10 and Sony W310
EX-ZR10 | W310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR10 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR10 vs the W310.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and W310 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and W310.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZR10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lbs) | 137 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 69 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $190 | $150 |