Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced February 2010
- Succeeded the Sigma DP1s
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Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the EX-Z280 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-Z280 was released 5 months earlier than the DP1x so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z280 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z280 matches up versus the DP1x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Sigma DP1x
| EX-Z280 | DP1x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Casio EX-Z280
| DP1x | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Sigma DP1x
| EX-Z280 | DP1x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2009 |  | February 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z280 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z280 compared to the DP1x.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z280 and DP1x is 96 and 88 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and DP1x.
All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z280 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Casio EX-Z280 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sigma DP1x | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Sigma |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Sigma DP1x |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-08-31 | 2010-02-20 |
| Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | True II |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/4.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
| Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | 250 grams (0.55 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC card |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $180 | $574 |