Casio EX-Z800 vs Sony A500

Following is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sony A500, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the A500 (12MP) is very well matched but the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and A500 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z800 was manufactured 12 months after the A500 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-Z800 grades against the A500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Sony A500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with exterior measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony A500 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sony A500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z800 versus the A500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z800 and A500 is 96 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z800 and A500.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z800 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Casio EX-Z800 will give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z800 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.