Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Released January 2014
- Updated by Sony A7 II
Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-FC150 versus Sony A7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and A7 (24MP) and the EX-FC150 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-FC150 was introduced 5 years earlier than the A7 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-FC150 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-FC150 grades versus the A7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Sony A7
EX-FC150 | A7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Casio EX-FC150
A7 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | November 2009 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Sony A7
EX-FC150 | A7 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC150 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-FC150 versus Sony A7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC150 against the A7.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and A7 is 93 and 78 respectively.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and A7.
To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-FC150 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 will resolve more detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-11-16 | 2014-01-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173 gr (0.38 lbs) | 474 gr (1.04 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $798 |