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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was introduced 13 months later than the W310 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZS10 grades vs the W310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Sony W310

 EX-ZS10 W310 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010More recent by 13 months

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 W310 EX-ZS10 
Display sizing2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony W310

 EX-ZS10 W310 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS10 has outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W310 has sizing of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony W310 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZS10 compared to the W310.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and W310 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS10 and W310.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZS10 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZS10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W310 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Street photography camera
Sony W310 as a Street photography camera
49
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
maximum ISO low (0)
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography features
Sony W310 Sports photography features
32
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W310 as a Travel photography camera
71
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
58
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography features
Sony W310 Landscape photography features
33
fast max aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
small screen ( inch)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
32
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Vlogging features
Sony W310 Vlogging features
27
fast max aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
29
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of mic socket
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony W310
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-01-05 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28-112mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.0-5.8
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 137g (0.30 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 ID - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $120 $150