Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced September 2009
- Later Model is Sigma DP2s

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sigma DP2, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z16 was launched 13 months after the DP2 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the DP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Sigma DP2. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sigma DP2
EX-Z16 | DP2 | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | ![]() | September 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Casio EX-Z16
DP2 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.5") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sigma DP2
EX-Z16 | DP2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z16 provides external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sigma DP2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the DP2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and DP2 is 99 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and DP2.
Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z16 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Casio EX-Z16 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-Z16 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sigma |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sigma DP2 |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-09-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | - | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 0k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 848x480 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $100 | $649 |