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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
21
Overall
30

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced July 2011
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Sony W330, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was brought out 19 months after the W330 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZS15 matches up vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Sony W330

 EX-ZS15 W330 
AnnouncedJuly 2011January 2010More modern by 19 months

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 W330 EX-ZS15 
Display dimension3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W330

 EX-ZS15 W330 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 offers physical measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Sony W330 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the W330.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and W330 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS15 and W330.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern EX-ZS15 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography advice
Sony W330 Portrait photography advice
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography information
Sony W330 Street photography information
48
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than competition in class (154 grams)
max ISO too low (0)
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography features
Sony W330 Sports photography features
32
good MP (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
26
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Travel photography with Sony W330
61
good MP (14 megapixels)
fast max aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (154 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly display
65
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography features
Sony W330 Landscape photography features
32
fast max aperture (f)
good MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
tiny screen ( inch)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
37
rather wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Sony W330
26
fast max aperture (f)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
more heavy than competition in class (154g)
26
rather wide (26mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W330
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Make Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-07-18 2010-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Min native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing range - 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 3"
Resolution of screen 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 2 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.50 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lbs) 128 gr (0.28 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 ID - NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $248 $170