Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S
96 Imaging
35 Features
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73 Overall
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Renewed by Sony A7S II
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony A7S, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the A7S (12MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-Z35 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the A7S which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z35 matches up versus the A7S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sony A7S
EX-Z35 | A7S |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Casio EX-Z35
A7S | EX-Z35 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | February 2010 | More modern by 50 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony A7S
EX-Z35 | A7S | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 has got external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony A7S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the A7S.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and A7S is 96 and 77 respectively.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and A7S.
All in all, both cameras have the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The EX-Z35 offers the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony A7S Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sony |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sony Alpha A7S |
Class | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-02-21 | 2014-04-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 lbs) | 489g (1.08 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $99 | $1,998 |