Casio EX-FH25 vs Sony a1

Following is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-FH25 vs Sony a1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and a1 (50MP) and the EX-FH25 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-FH25 was revealed 11 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-FH25 grades vs the a1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 and Sony Alpha a1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FH25 has got outer measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-FH25 vs Sony a1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FH25 versus the a1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH25 and a1 is 69 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FH25 and a1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-FH25 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will result in greater detail because of its extra 40 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-FH25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.