Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI 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)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched June 2018
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100 V
- Renewed by Sony RX100 VII

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the RX100 VI (20MP) is very close but the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

The EX-ZR15 was manufactured 7 years prior to the RX100 VI and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR15 matches up versus the RX100 VI with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Sony RX100 VI
EX-ZR15 | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Casio EX-ZR15
RX100 VI | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Launched | June 2018 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 77 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+768k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony RX100 VI
EX-ZR15 | RX100 VI | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VI has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR15 compared to the RX100 VI.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and RX100 VI is 93 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and RX100 VI.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR15 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony RX100 VI will render extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR15 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 315 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 24.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 pounds) | 301g (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 photos | 240 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $1,198 |