Casio EX-Z35 vs Sony a5100

Below is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony a5100, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z35 was released 5 years earlier than the a5100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-Z35 matches up vs the a5100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Sony Alpha a5100. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 features external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z35 and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z35 and the a5100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and a5100 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and a5100.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z35 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony a5100 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.