Casio EX-10 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

In this article, we are matching up the Casio EX-10 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. The resolution of the EX-10 (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is very comparable but the EX-10 (1/1.7") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The EX-10 was brought out 22 months later than the DP1 Merrill making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-10 grades versus the DP1 Merrill with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-10 offers external dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 Merrill has dimensions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-10 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-10 compared to the DP1 Merrill.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-10 and DP1 Merrill is 83 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-10 and DP1 Merrill.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-10 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will produce extra detail having its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger EX-10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.