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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Sony Alpha A9 Mark II front
Portability
62
Imaging
75
Features
93
Overall
82

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Launched September 2010
Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
  • Announced October 2019
  • Previous Model is Sony A9
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Overview

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-H20G and Sony A9 II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the EX-H20G (14MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and A9 II (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The EX-H20G was unveiled 10 years earlier than the A9 II which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-H20G scores vs the A9 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Sony A9 II

 EX-H20G A9 II 

Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Casio EX-H20G

 A9 II EX-H20G 
AnnouncedOctober 2019September 2010Newer by 110 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1440k461kCrisper screen (+979k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Sony A9 II

 EX-H20G A9 II 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen size
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G offers outer dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-H20G and Sony A9 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-H20G compared to the A9 II.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and A9 II is 91 and 62 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and A9 II.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-H20G using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A9 II will offer more detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography advice
Sony A9 II Portrait photography advice
35
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
85
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-H20G
Street photography with Sony A9 II
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competitors (216 grams)
78
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
comes with focus via touch
weather proof
above average ISO range (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Sports photography info
Sony A9 II Sports photography info
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
87
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (20.0 frames per second)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
great battery (690 shots)
comes with phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Travel photography details
Sony A9 II Travel photography details
60
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (216g)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
73
great battery (690 shots)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography factors
Sony A9 II Landscape photography factors
46
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
86
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather proof
great battery (690 CIPA)
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-H20G
Vlogging with Sony A9 II
27
quite wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competitors (216g)
36
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Casio EX-H20G vs Sony A9 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Sony A9 II
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GSony Alpha A9 Mark II
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sony
Model Casio Exilim EX-H20G Sony Alpha A9 Mark II
Type Small Sensor Compact Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2010-09-20 2019-10-03
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS BIONZ X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 3200 51200
Highest boosted ISO - 204800
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Lowest boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 693
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 24-240mm (10.0x) -
Highest aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focus range 7cm -
Total lenses - 121
Crop factor 5.8 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 461 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,686 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 20.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 216 grams (0.48 lbs) 678 grams (1.49 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 690 photographs
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-90 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible)
Card slots 1 2
Price at launch $300 $4,498