Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony W510, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and W510 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was brought out 2 years after the W510 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR400 scores vs the W510 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Sony W510
EX-ZR400 | W510 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 26 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Casio EX-ZR400
W510 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony W510
EX-ZR400 | W510 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony W510 has dimensions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony W510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the W510.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and W510 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and W510.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR400 to show extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR400 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W510 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | BIONZ |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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 | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 2.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 119g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 life | 500 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $99 |