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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
25
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z450
(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
  • Introduced August 2009
Sony W230
(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
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Overview

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was unveiled 7 months after the W230 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z450 grades against the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Sony W230

 EX-Z450 W230 
AnnouncedAugust 2009February 2009Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Casio EX-Z450

 W230 EX-Z450 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony W230

 EX-Z450 W230 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys outer 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 W230 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-Z450 and the W230.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and W230.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files although you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-Z450 will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Portrait photography information
Sony W230 Portrait photography information
27
has manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
27
manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Street photography factors
Sony W230 Street photography factors
55
lighter than competitors in class (128 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W230 as a Sports photography camera
17
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Travel photography info
Sony W230 Travel photography info
62
lighter than competitors in class (128g)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
51
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z450 Landscape photography details
Sony W230 Landscape photography details
37
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
36
manual focus
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z450
Vlogging with Sony W230
28
fairly wide (28mm)
lighter than competitors in class (128 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic jack
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z450 and Sony W230
 Casio Exilim EX-Z450Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z450 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2009-08-18 2009-02-17
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
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 - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-5.8 f/2.8-5.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2 secs 1 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 128g (0.28 pounds) 156g (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $229 $180