Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III
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35 Features
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73 Features
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced February 2018
- Previous Model is Sony A7 II
- Refreshed by Sony A7 IV

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Overview
The following is a extensive analysis of the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and A7 III (Full frame) have different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z16 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the A7 III which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the A7 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony A7 III
EX-Z16 | A7 III |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Casio EX-Z16
A7 III | EX-Z16 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | ![]() | September 2010 | Newer by 90 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony A7 III
EX-Z16 | A7 III | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 has got outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the A7 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and A7 III is 99 and 63 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and A7 III.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7 III will render greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-09-20 | 2018-02-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 693 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | - | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 0k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 610 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | Two |
Cost at release | $100 | $1,998 |