Clicky

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
19
Overall
29
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Sony W550
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
  • Launched July 2011
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Overview

Let's look closer at the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS10 was introduced 6 months earlier than the W550 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZS10 matches up against the W550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards
	
	

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Sony W550

 EX-ZS10 W550 

Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Casio EX-ZS10

 W550 EX-ZS10 
Display size3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony W550

 EX-ZS10 W550 
LaunchedJanuary 2011July 2011Same age
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS10 provides physical dimensions 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) while the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZS10 versus the W550.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and W550.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should factor the age of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Portrait photography factors
Sony W550 Portrait photography factors
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Street photography factors
Sony W550 Street photography factors
49
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
low maximum ISO (0)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Sports photography highlights
Sony W550 Sports photography highlights
32
megapixel count decent (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
35
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Travel photography information
Sony W550 Travel photography information
71
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
65
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS10 Landscape photography details
Sony W550 Landscape photography details
33
fast maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is small ( inch)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
42
relatively wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Timelapse function
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS10
Vlogging with Sony W550
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
29
relatively wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sony W550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS10 and Sony W550
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS10Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-07-24
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-104mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 3 inches
Resolution of display 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 2s
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 3.80 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 110g (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 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 model - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Storage type - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One -
Price at release $120 $119