Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 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)
- 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

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was revealed 7 months after the W230 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-Z33 matches up versus the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Sony W230
EX-Z33 | W230 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Casio EX-Z33
W230 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony W230
EX-Z33 | W230 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 features outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z33 and Sony W230 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 vs the W230.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and W230 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z33 and W230.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W230 to render more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-Z33 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2009-02-17 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 grams (0.23 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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-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 |
Cost at release | $120 | $180 |