Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony A77

Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony A77, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and A77 (24MP) and the EX-Z90 (1/2.3") and A77 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z90 was released 3 years before the A77 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-Z90 grades against the A77 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 & Sony SLT-A77. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z90 comes with external dimensions of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony A77 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z90 vs Sony A77 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z90 compared to the A77.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z90 and A77 is 96 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z90 and A77.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z90 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A77 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z90 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.