Casio EX-Z16 vs Sony S980

Below, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony S980, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is very close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was unveiled 20 months after the S980 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the S980 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 offers physical 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) while the Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 and Sony S980 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 against the S980.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and S980 is 99 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and S980.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you may want to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger EX-Z16 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.