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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 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
  • Revealed September 2010
Sony W320
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 Overview

Lets examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was introduced 9 months later than the W320 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the W320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony W320

 EX-Z16 W320 
RevealedSeptember 2010January 2010More recent by 9 months
Manual focus More accurate focus

Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Casio EX-Z16

 W320 EX-Z16 
Screen dimension2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W320

 EX-Z16 W320 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W320 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the W320.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and W320 is 99 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and W320.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W320 to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z16 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography info
Sony W320 Portrait photography info
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Sony W320
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
49
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography factors
Sony W320 Sports photography factors
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
26
decent megapixels (14MP)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography info
Sony W320 Travel photography info
53
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
66
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography information
Sony W320 Landscape photography information
32
you can focus manually
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (")
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
33
rather wide (26mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z16
Vlogging with Sony W320
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (848 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
26
rather wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic port
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W320 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W320
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-09-20 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus range 7cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 4.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 848x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 117 grams (0.26 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at release $100 $269