Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony W230

Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony W230, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was manufactured 13 months after the W230 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z35 scores vs the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z35 provides outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony W230 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z35 and the W230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and W230.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files however you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent EX-Z35 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.