Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony A580

Here, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony A580, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is very well matched but the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR300 was announced 13 months later than the A580 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR300 matches up vs the A580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR300 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sony A580 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the A580.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR300 and A580 is 92 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR300 and A580.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR300 comes with the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF trickier. The more modern EX-ZR300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.