Canon 77D vs Casio EX-ZS5

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon 77D and Casio EX-ZS5, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 77D (24MP) and EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the 77D (APS-C) and EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The 77D was brought out 6 years later than the EX-ZS5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 77D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 77D matches up vs the EX-ZS5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 77D and Casio Exilim EX-ZS5. The entire galleries are available at Canon 77D Gallery and Casio EX-ZS5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 77D features external measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZS5 has sizing of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon 77D and Casio EX-ZS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 77D vs the EX-ZS5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 77D and EX-ZS5 is 66 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 77D and EX-ZS5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 77D due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon 77D will give you more detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher 77D provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.