Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2012
(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
- Released February 2009

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony W230, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR1000 was manufactured 3 years later than the W230 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up against the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Sony W230
EX-ZR1000 | W230 | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 44 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Casio EX-ZR1000
W230 | EX-ZR1000 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony W230
EX-ZR1000 | W230 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 enjoys exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony W230 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 and the W230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and W230 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and W230.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR1000 to show more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony W230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-09-25 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 255 grams (0.56 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 life | 470 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $572 | $180 |