Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony A7 III

The following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony A7 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and A7 III (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The EX-ZR300 was introduced 6 years before the A7 III which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-ZR300 scores versus the A7 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Sony Alpha A7 III. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Sony A7 III Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony A7 III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony A7 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR300 against the A7 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and A7 III is 92 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and A7 III.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR300 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7 III will provide more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR300 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.