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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Sony W560
(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
  • Introduced January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was unveiled very close to the W560 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZS5 grades versus the W560 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sony W560

 EX-ZS5 W560 
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 W560 EX-ZS5 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony W560

 EX-ZS5 W560 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurement
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS5 provides external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony W560 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).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Sony W560 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZS5 against the W560.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and W560 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and W560.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W560 as a Portrait photography camera
28
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography features
Sony W560 Street photography features
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography info
Sony W560 Sports photography info
32
MP count good (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W560 as a Travel photography camera
71
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
65
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography advice
Sony W560 Landscape photography advice
38
good max aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inch)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse mode
42
pretty wide (26mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging factors
Sony W560 Vlogging factors
27
good max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (848 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone jack
29
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external mic jack
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony W560
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing 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 support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 26-104mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 110 gr (0.24 lb)
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 All around 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 shooting
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $100 $139