Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x

Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-S5 and Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-S5 was announced 3 years prior to the DP2x which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-S5 matches up against the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S5 and Sigma DP2x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-S5 compared to the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S5 and DP2x is 97 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The image underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S5 and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-S5 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Casio EX-S5 will produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind in sensor tech.