Casio EX-FS10 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-FS10 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the EX-FS10 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The EX-FS10 was revealed 6 years before the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-FS10 grades against the DP2 Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FS10 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-FS10 and Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-FS10 vs the DP2 Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FS10 and DP2 Quattro is 96 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FS10 and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-FS10 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will resolve extra detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-FS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.