Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 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
- Launched August 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 Overview
Let's look closer at the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was manufactured 19 months later than the WX50 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR800 matches up against the WX50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Sony WX50
EX-ZR800 | WX50 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 19 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Casio EX-ZR800
WX50 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Sony WX50
EX-ZR800 | WX50 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony WX50 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR800 vs the WX50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR800 and WX50 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and WX50.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files however you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-ZR800 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-08-07 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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), | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lb) | 117 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | 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 media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $429 | $250 |