Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was introduced within a month of the W690 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR15 grades versus the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Sony W690
EX-ZR15 | W690 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Casio EX-ZR15
W690 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Sony W690
EX-ZR15 | W690 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the W690.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and W690 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and W690.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 220 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $249 | $297 |