Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony A7R IV

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony A7R IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Casio and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR800 was announced 7 years prior to the A7R IV and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR800 grades against the A7R IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR800 offers outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony A7R IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the A7R IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and A7R IV is 91 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and A7R IV.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR800 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7R IV will give greater detail with its extra 45MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-ZR800 is going to be behind in sensor tech.