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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Announced September 2010
Sony W310
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
  • 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Overview

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was released 9 months later than the W310 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-Z16 scores against the W310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony W310

 EX-Z16 W310 
IntroducedSeptember 2010January 2010More recent by 9 months
Focus manually Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-Z16

 W310 EX-Z16 
Screen size2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W310

 EX-Z16 W310 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 has got physical measurements 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) and the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z16 against the W310.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and W310 is 99 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and W310.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-Z16 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W310 as a Portrait photography camera
27
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
21
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Sony W310
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W310 as a Sports photography camera
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
25
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W310 as a Travel photography camera
53
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
58
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography information
Sony W310 Landscape photography information
32
focusing manually
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen ( inch)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging features
Sony W310 Vlogging features
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (848 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
29
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W310
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-09-20 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 -
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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
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
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.0-5.8
Macro focusing range 7cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 - 137 grams (0.30 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $100 $150