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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 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 W530
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the W530 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was launched 7 months after the W530 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZS15 matches up versus the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Sony W530

 EX-ZS15 W530 
IntroducedJuly 2011January 2011More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 W530 EX-ZS15 
Display dimensions2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W530

 EX-ZS15 W530 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS15 features outside measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W530 has proportions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the W530.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS15 and W530.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-ZS15 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Portrait photography with Sony W530
28
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Street photography with Sony W530
48
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (154g)
maximum ISO low (0)
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W530 as a Sports photography camera
32
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
26
megapixel count decent (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Travel photography with Sony W530
61
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (154g)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
65
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W530 as a Landscape photography camera
32
great maximum aperture (f)
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
small screen (")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
33
pretty wide (26mm)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Sony W530
26
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competition in class (154g)
26
pretty wide (26mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic port
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sony W530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Sony W530
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
General Information
Make Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-07-18 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 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
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
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 support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 26-104mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size - 2.7"
Screen resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 2s
Max shutter speed - 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.50 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
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 720 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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 pounds) 113 gr (0.25 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $248 $269