Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sony A7S

On this page, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony A7S, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and A7S (12MP) and the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR800 was introduced 8 months before the A7S which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZR800 matches up versus the A7S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 provides outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sony A7S in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR800 versus the A7S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and A7S is 91 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and A7S.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR800 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Casio EX-ZR800 will resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR800 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.