Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 193g - 68 x 65 x 58mm
- Introduced September 2014

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Lens-style by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and QX30 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was revealed 6 years prior to the QX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z450 grades versus the QX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Sony QX30
EX-Z450 | QX30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX30 over the Casio EX-Z450
QX30 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Introduced | September 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony QX30
EX-Z450 | QX30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 has got exterior measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z450 and the QX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and QX30 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and QX30.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony QX30 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony QX30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Lens-style |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2014-09-03 |
Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | - |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | None |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 68 x 65 x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
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 life | - | 200 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $229 | $348 |