Casio EX-Z29 vs Sigma DP2

Here is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-Z29 vs Sigma DP2, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and DP2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z29 was brought out 6 months before the DP2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z29 scores vs the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z29 has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z29 vs Sigma DP2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z29 against the DP2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z29 and DP2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z29 and DP2.

As you can see, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z29 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-Z29 will offer you greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.