Casio EX-10 vs Sony A7R

Here is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-10 and Sony A7R, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and A7R (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-10 was unveiled 3 months prior to the A7R which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-10 grades against the A7R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-10 has external dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-10 and Sony A7R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-10 against the A7R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-10 and A7R is 83 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-10 and A7R.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-10 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7R will offer greater detail having an extra 24MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.