Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A7

Below, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony A7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and A7 (24MP) and the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR400 was introduced 11 months earlier than the A7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR400 matches up vs the A7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 offers external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony A7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR400 against the A7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and A7 is 92 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and A7.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR400 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7 will give you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older EX-ZR400 is going to be behind in sensor tech.