Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2

In this article, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-Z33 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The EX-Z33 was introduced at a similar time to the DP2 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z33 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z33 grades against the DP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z33 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z33 against the DP2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and DP2 is 97 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and DP2.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z33 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Casio EX-Z33 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively.