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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released September 2010
Sony TX30
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
  • Announced July 2013
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was launched 3 years earlier than the TX30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony TX30

 EX-Z16 TX30 

Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Casio EX-Z16

 TX30 EX-Z16 
AnnouncedJuly 2013September 2010More modern by 34 months
Display size3.3""Larger display (+3.3")
Display resolution1229k0kCrisper display (+1229k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony TX30

 EX-Z16 TX30 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 has got exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the TX30.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and TX30 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and TX30.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX30 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Sony TX30
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
39
you can focus manually
decent MP (18MP)
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography features
Sony TX30 Street photography features
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography factors
Sony TX30 Sports photography factors
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
46
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18MP)
weather proof
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Travel photography camera
Sony TX30 as a Travel photography camera
53
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
69
weather proof
decent MP (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography advice
Sony TX30 Landscape photography advice
32
manual focus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen ( inches)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
51
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3.3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (18 megapixels)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging advice
Sony TX30 Vlogging advice
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (848 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
34
reasonably wide (26mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic port
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony TX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Sony TX30
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2010-09-20 2013-07-26
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 18 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 1600 12800
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focusing range 7cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 3.3 inches
Screen resolution 0k dot 1,229k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 141 gr (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6")
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
Time lapse shooting
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $100 $230