Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony A230, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Casio and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and A230 (10MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe EX-ZR15 was launched 2 years later than the A230 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-ZR15 grades vs the A230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Sony A230
EX-ZR15 | A230 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | May 2009 | Fresher by 33 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Casio EX-ZR15
A230 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony A230
EX-ZR15 | A230 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony A230 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony A230 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the A230.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and A230 is 93 and 69 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and A230.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR15 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-ZR15 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR15 will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A230 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 490g (1.08 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 531 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 images | 230 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $249 | $569 |