Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A7S

Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A7S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR400 was launched 14 months before the A7S which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-ZR400 scores against the A7S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Sony Alpha A7S. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR400 enjoys external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR400 and the A7S.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and A7S is 92 and 77 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR400 and A7S.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR400 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-ZR400 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR400 will be behind in sensor innovation.