Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7R

The following is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony A7R, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z16 was introduced 4 years before the A7R which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z16 matches up versus the A7R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony A7R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z16 against the A7R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and A7R is 99 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and A7R.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R will provide more detail using its extra 24 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.