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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
28
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
25
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z2000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
  • Released January 2010
Sony W230
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
  • 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Announced February 2009
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z2000 versus Sony W230, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was introduced 11 months later than the W230 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z2000 grades against the W230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Sony W230

 EX-Z2000 W230 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Casio EX-Z2000

 W230 EX-Z2000 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Sony W230

 EX-Z2000 W230 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display size
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z2000 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z2000 compared to the W230.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z2000 and W230.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z2000 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z2000 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Portrait photography details
Sony W230 Portrait photography details
34
has manual focus
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
27
has manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Street photography details
Sony W230 Street photography details
55
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than competitors in class (152 grams)
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Sports photography highlights
Sony W230 Sports photography highlights
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Travel photography with Sony W230
62
decent MP (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors in class (152 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
51
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W230 as a Landscape photography camera
46
has manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse mode
36
has manual focus
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Vlogging information
Sony W230 Vlogging information
28
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (152g)
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic jack
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Sony W230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z2000 and Sony W230
 Casio Exilim EX-Z2000Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-06 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest 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
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/2.8-5.8
Macro focusing range - 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 152 gr (0.34 lb) 156 gr (0.34 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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-110 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $0 $180