Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma DP1x

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-G1 and Sigma DP1x, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

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The EX-G1 was brought out 3 months earlier than the DP1x which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-G1 matches up against the DP1x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-G1 enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-G1 and Sigma DP1x in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-G1 against the DP1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and DP1x is 94 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-G1 and DP1x.

To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-G1 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Casio EX-G1 will render extra detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.