Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Revealed July 2013
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR15 was released 18 months prior to the TX30 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZR15 grades vs the TX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Sony TX30
EX-ZR15 | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Casio EX-ZR15
TX30 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | January 2012 | More modern by 18 months | |
Display sizing | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 461k | Sharper display (+768k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony TX30
EX-ZR15 | TX30 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 features external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the TX30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and TX30 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and TX30.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX30 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2013-07-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 pounds) | 141g (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $249 | $230 |