Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A3000

On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Sony A3000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 19 months earlier than the A3000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR15 matches up against the A3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Sony A3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the A3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and A3000 is 93 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and A3000.

As you can tell, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR15 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A3000 will resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.