Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR800 and Sony W650, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was brought out 20 months later than the W650 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-ZR800 matches up versus the W650 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Sony W650
EX-ZR800 | W650 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 20 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Casio EX-ZR800
W650 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Sony W650
EX-ZR800 | W650 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 provides external measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR800 and Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and W650.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR800 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony W650 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | BIONZ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 gr (0.49 pounds) | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 220 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $429 | $140 |