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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 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
  • Revealed July 2011
Sony W350
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 Overview

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was unveiled 19 months later than the W350 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-ZS15 matches up against the W350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Sony W350

 EX-ZS15 W350 
AnnouncedJuly 2011January 2010Fresher by 19 months

Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 W350 EX-ZS15 
Display sizing2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W350

 EX-ZS15 W350 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 features physical measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS15 vs the W350.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and W350 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS15 and W350.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern EX-ZS15 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography features
Sony W350 Portrait photography features
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Street photography camera
Sony W350 as a Street photography camera
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
more heavy than average in class (154g)
max ISO too low (0)
58
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Sports photography with Sony W350
32
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
35
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Travel photography camera
Sony W350 as a Travel photography camera
61
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
very good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (154g)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
66
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W350 as a Landscape photography camera
32
very good max aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen ( inch)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse function
38
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging advice
Sony W350 Vlogging advice
26
very good max aperture (f)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
more heavy than average in class (154g)
29
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W350
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
General Information
Brand Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-07-18 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz
Sensor type CCD 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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-105mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 2.7"
Screen resolution 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 2s
Max shutter speed - 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.80 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lbs) 117 gr (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 shooting
Type of storage - Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $248 $200