Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sony W560
EX-ZS5 | W560 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Casio EX-ZS5
W560 | EX-ZS5 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sony W560
EX-ZS5 | W560 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sony W560 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
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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 |