Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3
97 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was launched 8 months later than the G3 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z33 grades versus the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Sony G3
EX-Z33 | G3 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Casio EX-Z33
G3 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony G3
EX-Z33 | G3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sony G3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z33 against the G3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and G3 is 97 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and G3.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The younger EX-Z33 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106g (0.23 pounds) | 185g (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | 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 cost | $120 | $200 |