Casio EX-10 vs Sigma SD10

Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-10 versus Sigma SD10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Casio and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and SD10 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-10 was manufactured 9 years after the SD10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-10 grades against the SD10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-10 & Sigma SD10. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-10 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-10 offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-10 compared to the SD10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-10 and SD10 is 83 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-10 and SD10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-10 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Casio EX-10 will produce extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer EX-10 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.