Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z16 was revealed 9 months later than the W330 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the W330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony W330
EX-Z16 | W330 | |||
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Revealed | September 2010 | January 2010 | More recent by 9 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Casio EX-Z16
W330 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony W330
EX-Z16 | W330 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 provides external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sony W330 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z16 and the W330.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and W330 is 99 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and W330.
Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony W330 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z16 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | - | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 0k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" 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 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $100 | $170 |