Casio EX-Z270 vs Sony A500

Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-Z270 versus Sony A500, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the A500 (12MP) is pretty similar but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and A500 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z270 was introduced 7 months before the A500 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z270 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z270 scores versus the A500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Sony A500 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z270 has outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sony A500 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

See the Casio EX-Z270 versus Sony A500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z270 and the A500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and A500 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z270 and A500.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z270 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A500 will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z270 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.