Casio EX-Z550 vs Nikon Z7

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon Z7, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z550 was brought out 9 years before the Z7 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the Z7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Nikon Z7. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z550 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z550 versus Nikon Z7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the Z7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and Z7 is 95 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z550 and Z7.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z550 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon Z7 will offer you extra detail having its extra 32MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.