Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 848 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
(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
- Revealed July 2011
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550 Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe EX-ZS5 was brought out 6 months prior to the W550 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-ZS5 matches up vs the W550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sony W550
EX-ZS5 | W550 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Casio EX-ZS5
W550 | EX-ZS5 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony W550
EX-ZS5 | W550 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | July 2011 | Same age | |
Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS5 has got external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Sony W550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the W550.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS5 and W550 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS5 and W550.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 110 grams (0.24 lb) |
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 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Retail pricing | $100 | $119 |