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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230

Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
25
Overall
30

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2009
Sony W230
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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-Z90 vs Sony W230 Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the W230 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z90 was launched 7 months later than the W230 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z90 grades vs the W230 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Sony W230

 EX-Z90 W230 
AnnouncedAugust 2009February 2009Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Casio EX-Z90

 W230 EX-Z90 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z90 and Sony W230

 EX-Z90 W230 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z90 features physical dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z90 vs the W230.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and W230 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and W230.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-Z90 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W230 as a Portrait photography camera
27
has manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
27
manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Street photography camera
Sony W230 as a Street photography camera
55
lighter than competition (121 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W230 as a Sports photography camera
17
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W230 as a Travel photography camera
56
lighter than competition (121 grams)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
51
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W230 as a Landscape photography camera
27
has manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
36
manual focus
screen size is decent (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z90 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W230 as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition (121 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have microphone support
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Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony W230 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z90 and Sony W230
 Casio Exilim EX-Z90Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
General Information
Company Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z90 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-18 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 30-120mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/2.8-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 121g (0.27 lbs) 156g (0.34 lbs)
Physical dimensions 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 model NP-60 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $150 $180