Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and W730 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z450 was brought out 4 years before the W730 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the EX-Z450 matches up against the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Sony W730
EX-Z450 | W730 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Casio EX-Z450
W730 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | August 2009 | Newer by 41 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony W730
EX-Z450 | W730 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 offers physical measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z450 and Sony W730 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the W730.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and W730 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and W730.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony W730 to show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-18 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 122 grams (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $229 | $138 |