Casio EX-S12 vs Sigma DP2s

Lets look more in depth at the Casio EX-S12 and Sigma DP2s, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the EX-S12 (12MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the EX-S12 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-S12 was introduced 13 months prior to the DP2s which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-S12 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-S12 matches up versus the DP2s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S12 & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-S12 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S12 compared to the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S12 and DP2s is 96 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and DP2s.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-S12 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Casio EX-S12 will show extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older EX-S12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.