Casio EX-S7 vs Sony A33

Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-S7 versus Sony A33, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively close but the EX-S7 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-S7 was introduced 6 months before the A33 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-S7 matches up versus the A33 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Sony SLT-A33. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S7 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-S7 versus Sony A33 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-S7 against the A33.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S7 and A33 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S7 and A33.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-S7 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A33 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.