Casio EX-S7 vs Sony W830

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-S7 versus Sony W830, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was introduced 4 years prior to the W830 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-S7 grades against the W830 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S7 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-S7 vs the W830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and W830 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S7 and W830.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony W830 to result in extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older EX-S7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.