Canon 7D MII vs Casio EX-S7

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon 7D MII and Casio EX-S7, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the 7D MII (20MP) and EX-S7 (12MP) and the 7D MII (APS-C) and EX-S7 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The 7D MII was manufactured 4 years later than the EX-S7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 7D MII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the 7D MII scores vs the EX-S7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 7D Mark II and Casio Exilim EX-S7. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 7D MII Gallery and Casio EX-S7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 7D MII features outer measurements of 149mm x 112mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) and the Casio EX-S7 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Canon 7D MII and Casio EX-S7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 7D MII compared to the EX-S7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7D MII and EX-S7 is 55 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 7D MII and EX-S7.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 7D MII due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 7D MII will give you greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern 7D MII should have an advantage in sensor technology.