Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony A7S

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony A7S, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the A7S (12MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z450 was revealed 5 years prior to the A7S which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z450 scores against the A7S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with outside measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony A7S has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z450 vs Sony A7S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the A7S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and A7S is 96 and 77 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and A7S.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z450 contains the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.