Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290
91 Imaging
40 Features
55 Overall
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94 Imaging
34 Features
28 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released August 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was launched 4 years after the W290 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR800 scores versus the W290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Sony W290
EX-ZR800 | W290 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 55 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Casio EX-ZR800
W290 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Sony W290
EX-ZR800 | W290 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got outside measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony W290 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the W290.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and W290 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR800 and W290.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR800 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR800 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface 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, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | 470 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $429 | $230 |