Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310
99 Imaging
35 Features
19 Overall
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96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony W310
EX-Z16 | W310 | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | January 2010 | More recent by 9 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Casio EX-Z16
W310 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W310
EX-Z16 | W310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | 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.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.
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 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.
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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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 |