Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SH-50

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SH-50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was announced about the same time to the SH-50 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the SH-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Olympus SH-50. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 enjoys external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SH-50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the SH-50.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and SH-50 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and SH-50.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should consider the release date of the cameras into account.