Casio EX-100 vs Sigma SD1

Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-100 versus Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and SD1 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-100 was manufactured 3 years after the SD1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-100 scores against the SD1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 offers outside dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-100 versus Sigma SD1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-100 versus the SD1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and SD1 is 83 and 77 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and SD1.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-100 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sigma SD1 will give you extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent EX-100 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.