Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Announced November 2013
- Succeeded the Sony A57

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Casio and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and A58 (20MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and A58 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z35 was announced 4 years before the A58 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-Z35 grades vs the A58 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Sony SLT-A58. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Sony A58 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sony A58
EX-Z35 | A58 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Casio EX-Z35
A58 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 45 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony A58
EX-Z35 | A58 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A58 has proportions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z35 versus the A58.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and A58 is 96 and 68 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and A58.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z35 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A58 will offer you greater detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A58 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony SLT-A58 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony SLT-A58 |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2010-02-21 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.65x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) | 492 grams (1.08 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 753 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 690 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-82 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $99 | $645 |