Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released January 2011

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 13 months after the H70 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR15 grades vs the H70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Sony H70
EX-ZR15 | H70 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Casio EX-ZR15
H70 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony H70
EX-ZR15 | H70 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers exterior measurements 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 H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Sony H70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the H70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and H70 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and H70.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent EX-ZR15 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony H70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 3.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 176g (0.39 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 325 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-110 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $199 |