Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony RX1R II

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sony RX1R II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) have different sensor size.

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The EX-ZR100 was revealed 5 years earlier than the RX1R II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR100 matches up versus the RX1R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the RX1R II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and RX1R II is 92 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and RX1R II.

To sum up, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR100 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX1R II will provide greater detail because of its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 will be behind in sensor tech.