Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 50 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Announced January 2014
- Later Model is Sony A7 II

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sony A7, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and A7 (24MP) and the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

The EX-Z800 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the A7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z800 scores versus the A7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Sony Alpha A7. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Sony A7
EX-Z800 | A7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Casio EX-Z800
A7 | EX-Z800 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 42 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Sony A7
EX-Z800 | A7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with outer measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sony A7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z800 versus the A7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and A7 is 96 and 78 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z800 and A7.
Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z800 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A7 will render extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z800 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sony Alpha A7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sony Alpha A7 |
Category | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-08-03 | 2014-01-22 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 117 |
Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lb) | 474 gr (1.04 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 90 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2248 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 340 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-120 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $150 | $798 |