Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Launched February 2012
- Replaced the Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Newer Model is Sigma DP3 Merrill
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Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma DP2 Merrill, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is pretty similar but the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and DP2 Merrill (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-Z35 was introduced 23 months earlier than the DP2 Merrill which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z35 scores versus the DP2 Merrill for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
| EX-Z35 | DP2 Merrill |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Casio EX-Z35
| DP2 Merrill | EX-Z35 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2012 | February 2010 | Newer by 23 months | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
| Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma DP2 Merrill
| EX-Z35 | DP2 Merrill | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma DP2 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z35 against the DP2 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and DP2 Merrill is 96 and 83 respectively.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and DP2 Merrill.
Clearly, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z35 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sigma DP2 Merrill will deliver more detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sigma |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
| Class | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-02-21 | 2012-02-08 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Dual TRUE II engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4704 x 3136 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 50mm (1x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 640x480 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 124g (0.27 pounds) | 330g (0.73 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
| 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 Self-timer) | - |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $99 | $931 |