Casio EX-S7 vs Sigma Quattro

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-S7 vs Sigma Quattro, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the EX-S7 (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The EX-S7 was brought out 7 years before the Quattro and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-S7 matches up against the Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Sigma sd Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-S7 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S7 vs Sigma Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-S7 and the Quattro.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and Quattro is 96 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and Quattro.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-S7 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma Quattro will provide you with extra detail having its extra 17MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older EX-S7 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.