Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony A3000

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sony A3000, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is relatively close but the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR1000 was revealed 11 months earlier than the A3000 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the A3000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has got external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the A3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and A3000 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and A3000.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR1000 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A3000 will result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR1000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.