Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony A37

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sony A37, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Sony. The image resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR700 was released 9 months later than the A37 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the EX-ZR700 matches up versus the A37 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Sony SLT-A37. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Sony A37 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR700 and the A37.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and A37 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR700 and A37.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The EX-ZR700 comes with the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The newer EX-ZR700 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.