Casio EX-FH25 vs Sony A580

Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-FH25 vs Sony A580, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and A580 (16MP) and the EX-FH25 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The EX-FH25 was brought out 10 months prior to the A580 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-FH25 grades against the A580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH25 has external measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Sony A580 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

See the Casio EX-FH25 vs Sony A580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FH25 against the A580.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH25 and A580 is 69 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FH25 and A580.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-FH25 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A580 will give you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged EX-FH25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.