Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 297g - 117 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched June 2010
- New Model is Sony NEX-C3
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony NEX-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and NEX-3 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe EX-Z450 was introduced 9 months earlier than the NEX-3 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z450 scores vs the NEX-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Sony NEX-3
EX-Z450 | NEX-3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3 over the Casio EX-Z450
NEX-3 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Launched | June 2010 | August 2009 | More modern by 9 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony NEX-3
EX-Z450 | NEX-3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 provides exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3 has sizing of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony NEX-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z450 against the NEX-3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and NEX-3 is 96 and 89 respectively.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and NEX-3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z450 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony NEX-3 will deliver more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony NEX-3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Alpha NEX-3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2010-06-07 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 12.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 297 gr (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 117 x 62 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 830 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $229 | $0 |