Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9
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Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Launched November 2002
- Successor is Sigma SD10

Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-G1 versus Sigma SD9, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the EX-G1 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

The EX-G1 was manufactured 7 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-G1 grades against the SD9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Sigma SD9
EX-G1 | SD9 | |||
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Launched | November 2009 | ![]() | November 2002 | Fresher by 85 months |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 130k | Sharper display (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Casio EX-G1
SD9 | EX-G1 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Sigma SD9
EX-G1 | SD9 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-G1 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-G1 versus Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-G1 and the SD9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-G1 and SD9 is 94 and 54 respectively.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-G1 and SD9.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-G1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-G1 will give more detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer EX-G1 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-G1 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sigma |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2009-11-18 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 1.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 pounds) | 950 gr (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-800 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $61 | $3,001 |