Casio EX-Z550 vs Sony A99

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sony A99, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and A99 (24MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z550 was launched 3 years prior to the A99 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-Z550 grades against the A99 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Sony SLT-A99. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sony A99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the A99.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and A99 is 95 and 57 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and A99.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z550 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A99 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.