Casio EX-Z29 vs Sony A7R II

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z29 versus Sony A7R II, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and A7R II (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z29 was announced 7 years earlier than the A7R II which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z29 matches up against the A7R II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z29 enjoys outside measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z29 versus Sony A7R II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z29 and the A7R II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z29 and A7R II is 95 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and A7R II.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A7R II will give you more detail with its extra 32 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.