Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony W650

Its time to examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony W650, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was unveiled 13 months later than the W650 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZR400 grades against the W650 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 provides outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR400 against the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and W650 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and W650.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern EX-ZR400 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.