Casio EX-FH25 vs Sigma SD1

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-FH25 versus Sigma SD1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Casio and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the EX-FH25 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-FH25 was brought out 2 months prior to the SD1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-FH25 grades against the SD1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 and Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FH25 has got physical measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-FH25 versus the SD1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH25 and SD1 is 69 and 77 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FH25 and SD1.

All in all, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-FH25 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma SD1 will provide more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.