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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Sony Alpha A7S II front
Portability
68
Imaging
61
Features
76
Overall
67

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Announced September 2010
Sony A7S II
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
  • Introduced October 2015
  • Superseded the Sony A7S
  • Renewed by Sony A7S III
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Overview

Below, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z16 was brought out 6 years earlier than the A7S II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the A7S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sony A7S II

 EX-Z16 A7S II 

Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Casio EX-Z16

 A7S II EX-Z16 
IntroducedOctober 2015September 2010Newer by 61 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimension3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution1229k0kClearer screen (+1229k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony A7S II

 EX-Z16 A7S II 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 has got exterior 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) whilst the Sony A7S II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 against the A7S II.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and A7S II is 99 and 68 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and A7S II.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 includes the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF tougher. The more aged EX-Z16 will be behind in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Sony A7S II
27
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
68
manual focus
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
resolution not great (12MP)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Sony A7S II
58
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
78
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
above average high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Sports photography information
Sony A7S II Sports photography information
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
58
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (370 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography advice
Sony A7S II Travel photography advice
53
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
49
environment sealing
terrible battery pack (370 CIPA)
resolution not great (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography features
Sony A7S II Landscape photography features
32
you can focus manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen ( inches)
manual exposure not possible
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
71
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (370 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging highlights
Sony A7S II Vlogging highlights
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (848 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
35
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external microphone socket
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony A7S II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Sony A7S II
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Sony Alpha A7S II
General Information
Make Casio Sony
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Sony Alpha A7S II
Type Ultracompact Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2010-09-20 2015-10-12
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 Bionz X
Sensor type CCD 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 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 1600 102400
Highest enhanced ISO - 409600
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 169
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony E
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 -
Macro focusing distance 7cm -
Number of lenses - 121
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Tilting
Display size - 3"
Resolution of display 0k dots 1,229k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps])
Highest video resolution 848x480 3840x2160
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 627g (1.38 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 85
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 2993
Other
Battery life - 370 images
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FW50
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Retail cost $100 $2,767