Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the EX-Z33 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe EX-Z33 was unveiled 17 months prior to the DP2x which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z33 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z33 matches up versus the DP2x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Sigma DP2x
EX-Z33 | DP2x |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Casio EX-Z33
DP2x | EX-Z33 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | August 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Sigma DP2x
EX-Z33 | DP2x | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.5" | 2.5" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z33 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sigma DP2x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 and the DP2x.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and DP2x is 97 and 86 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and DP2x.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z33 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Casio EX-Z33 will give you more detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Sigma |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 10MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 106 grams (0.23 pounds) | 280 grams (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $120 | $699 |