Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Introduced July 2013

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-Z270 versus Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and TX30 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z270 was introduced 5 years before the TX30 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z270 matches up versus the TX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Sony TX30
EX-Z270 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Casio EX-Z270
TX30 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 55 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3.3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+1114k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Sony TX30
EX-Z270 | TX30 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z270 features physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z270 versus Sony TX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z270 vs the TX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and TX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z270 and TX30.
To sum up, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony TX30 will offer extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2013-07-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111g (0.24 lbs) | 141g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
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-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $0 | $230 |