Casio EX-Z29 vs Sony a1

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Casio EX-Z29 and Sony a1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and a1 (50MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and a1 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z29 was launched 13 years before the a1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-Z29 scores against the a1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z29 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z29 and Sony a1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z29 compared to the a1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and a1 is 95 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z29 and a1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony a1 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 40MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.