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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
51
Overall
43
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR400
(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
  • Released January 2013
Sony WX80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
  • 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Overview

Following is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR400 was unveiled very close to the WX80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the WX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Sony WX80

 EX-ZR400 WX80 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kSharper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Casio EX-ZR400

 WX80 EX-ZR400 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony WX80

 EX-ZR400 WX80 
IntroducedJanuary 2013January 2013Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR400 features physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony WX80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the WX80.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and WX80 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR400 and WX80.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Portrait photography factors
Sony WX80 Portrait photography factors
39
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
34
good MP (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 as a Street photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others (205g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus by touch
lighter than others in class (124 grams)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Sports photography with Sony WX80
57
great zoom range (24-300mm 12.5 x zoom)
high max fps (30.0 frames per second)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
good battery power (500 per charge)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZR400
Travel photography with Sony WX80
71
good battery power (500 per charge)
lighter than others (205g)
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
no Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
71
lighter than others in class (124 grams)
offers focus by touch
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR400 Landscape photography highlights
Sony WX80 Landscape photography highlights
52
manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
good battery power (500 shots)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse function
38
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZR400
Vlogging with Sony WX80
33
relatively wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (205g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no external microphone port
35
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (124 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony WX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony WX80
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR400Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-01-29 2013-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine HS BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO - 12800
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-300mm (12.5x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.3-8.0
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech Super Clear TFT color LCD TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 30.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 4.20 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205 gr (0.45 lb) 124 gr (0.27 lb)
Dimensions 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 photos 240 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-130 NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $0 $276