Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Introduced July 2011

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR400 was launched 19 months later than the W550 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-ZR400 matches up against the W550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Sony W550
EX-ZR400 | W550 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | More recent by 19 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Casio EX-ZR400
W550 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony W550
EX-ZR400 | W550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the W550.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR400 and W550 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and W550.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR400 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR400 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 110 gr (0.24 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 500 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Retail pricing | $0 | $119 |