Casio EX-Z29 vs Sigma DP1

Below, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z29 versus Sigma DP1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and DP1 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z29 was revealed 10 months after the DP1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-Z29 grades vs the DP1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Sigma DP1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z29 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Sigma DP1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z29 against the DP1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z29 and DP1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z29 and DP1.

As you can see, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z29 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Casio EX-Z29 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer EX-Z29 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.