Casio EX-H20G vs Sigma DP2s

In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-H20G and Sigma DP2s, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-H20G (14MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the EX-H20G (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The EX-H20G was released 8 months later than the DP2s which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-H20G being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-H20G grades versus the DP2s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H20G provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-H20G and Sigma DP2s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H20G against the DP2s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and DP2s is 91 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H20G and DP2s.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-H20G because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Casio EX-H20G will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern EX-H20G provides an edge in sensor tech.