Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony A330

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony A330, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and A330 (10MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR15 was introduced 2 years later than the A330 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR15 scores against the A330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony A330 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony A330 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the A330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and A330 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and A330.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR15 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Casio EX-ZR15 will offer extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR15 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.