Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Launched May 2012
- Old Model is Sony A35

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony A37, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Casio and Sony. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the EX-ZR400 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

The EX-ZR400 was launched 9 months after the A37 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZR400 scores versus the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Sony A37
EX-ZR400 | A37 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 9 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.6" | Larger display (+0.4") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Casio EX-ZR400
A37 | EX-ZR400 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Sony A37
EX-ZR400 | A37 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 has exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony A37 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Sony A37 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR400 versus the A37.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR400 and A37 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR400 and A37.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The EX-ZR400 provides the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field trickier. The more modern EX-ZR400 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Sony A37 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony SLT-A37 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sony |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Sony SLT-A37 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-05-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.6 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 506 gr (1.12 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 799 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | 500 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-130 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $0 | $522 |