Casio EX-G1 vs Nikon Z7

Below is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-G1 versus Nikon Z7, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-G1 was revealed 9 years earlier than the Z7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-G1 matches up versus the Z7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Nikon Z7. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-G1 versus Nikon Z7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 versus the Z7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-G1 and Z7 is 94 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and Z7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-G1 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Nikon Z7 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-G1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.