Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 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
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Introduced November 2002
- Refreshed by Sigma SD10

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sigma SD9, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z16 was introduced 7 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-Z16 scores versus the SD9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Sigma SD9
EX-Z16 | SD9 | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | ![]() | November 2002 | More recent by 96 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Casio EX-Z16
SD9 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display dimension | 1.8" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+1.8") |
Display resolution | 130k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+130k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Sigma SD9
EX-Z16 | SD9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 provides outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z16 versus Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z16 and the SD9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and SD9 is 99 and 54 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z16 and SD9.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z16 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Casio EX-Z16 will offer you extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z16 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sigma |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-09-20 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 3 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | - |
Macro focus range | 7cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | - | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 0 thousand dots | 130 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 | - |
Highest video resolution | 848x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 950g (2.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $100 | $3,001 |