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Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2

Portability
96
Imaging
32
Features
18
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-FS10 front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs

Casio EX-FS10
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.9-7.1) lens
  • 121g - 102 x 55 x 20mm
  • Released January 2009
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released September 2009
  • Replacement is Sigma DP2s
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-FS10 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-FS10 was unveiled 8 months before the DP2 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-FS10 matches up against the DP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FS10 over the Sigma DP2

 EX-FS10 DP2 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Casio EX-FS10

 DP2 EX-FS10 
ReleasedSeptember 2009January 2009More modern by 8 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FS10 and Sigma DP2

 EX-FS10 DP2 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FS10 provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-FS10 versus the DP2.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FS10 and DP2 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FS10 and DP2.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-FS10 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-FS10 will provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-FS10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-FS10 Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2 Portrait photography features
25
has manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (9 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FS10 Street photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Street photography highlights
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
67
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competition (280 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FS10 Sports photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Sports photography highlights
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,250s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (9MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
30
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FS10 Travel photography information
Sigma DP2 Travel photography information
51
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (9 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
67
lighter than competition (280g)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
low MP (5 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FS10 Landscape photography advice
Sigma DP2 Landscape photography advice
26
has manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (9MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
48
you can focus manually
fast maximum aperture (f)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-FS10
Vlogging with Sigma DP2
22
wide angle not fantastic (38mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
28
fast maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition (280 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FS10 and Sigma DP2
 Casio Exilim EX-FS10Sigma DP2
General Information
Brand Name Casio Sigma
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FS10 Sigma DP2
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-08 2009-09-21
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3456 x 2592 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 38-114mm (3.0x) 41mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-7.1 -
Crop factor 5.8 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 secs 15 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1250 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.30 m
Flash modes - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 121 grams (0.27 pounds) 280 grams (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 102 x 55 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-80 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC/MMC card
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $200 $649