Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sony RX1R II

Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Sony RX1R II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the RX1R II which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the RX1R II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has measurements 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the RX1R II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and RX1R II is 93 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and RX1R II.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR15 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony RX1R II will deliver more detail having an extra 26MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.