Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W730

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR15 was revealed 12 months prior to the W730 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-ZR15 scores vs the W730 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers outer dimensions 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 W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the W730.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and W730.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The older EX-ZR15 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.