Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sony A7

The following is a extensive review of the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Sony A7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR1000 was unveiled 16 months earlier than the A7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR1000 matches up versus the A7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Sony Alpha A7. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Sony A7 has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR1000 versus the A7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and A7 is 90 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and A7.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR1000 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A7 will give extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR1000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.