Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x
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Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 100g - 102 x 35 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced February 2011
- Replaced the Sigma DP2s
Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S5 over the Sigma DP2x
EX-S5 | DP2x | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Casio EX-S5
DP2x | EX-S5 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 25 months | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-S5 and Sigma DP2x
EX-S5 | DP2x | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
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.
Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
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.
Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S5 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sigma |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S5 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 100g (0.22 lb) | 280g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 35 x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $130 | $699 |