Casio EX-Z800 vs Casio EX-ZR400

Its time to examine more in depth at the Casio EX-Z800 vs Casio EX-ZR400, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Casio. The image resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the EX-ZR400 (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was brought out 3 years earlier than the EX-ZR400 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z800 scores against the EX-ZR400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Casio Exilim EX-ZR400. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z800 features physical dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZR400 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z800 against the EX-ZR400.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z800 and EX-ZR400 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z800 and EX-ZR400.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Casio EX-ZR400 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.