Casio EX-Z33 vs Sigma SD1

On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z33 versus Sigma SD1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and SD1 (15MP) and the EX-Z33 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z33 was launched 12 months earlier than the SD1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z33 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the SD1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sigma SD1 has dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z33 against the SD1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and SD1 is 97 and 77 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and SD1.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z33 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma SD1 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.