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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 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
  • Revealed February 2010
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Launched February 2011
  • Succeeded the Sigma DP2s
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Below is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma DP2x, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z35 was announced 11 months earlier than the DP2x so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z35 scores versus the DP2x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sigma DP2x

 EX-Z35 DP2x 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Casio EX-Z35

 DP2x EX-Z35 
LaunchedFebruary 2011February 2010More recent by 11 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma DP2x

 EX-Z35 DP2x 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.5"2.5"Equal display sizing
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z35 versus the DP2x.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and DP2x is 96 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and DP2x.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z35 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Casio EX-Z35 will resolve extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Portrait photography info
Sigma DP2x Portrait photography info
27
focusing manually
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
57
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
low resolution (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography details
Sigma DP2x Street photography details
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
68
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition in class (280g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Sports photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Sports photography camera
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z35
Travel photography with Sigma DP2x
52
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
67
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
low resolution (5 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z35
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2x
28
focusing manually
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
48
focusing manually
great max aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging information
Sigma DP2x Vlogging information
22
wide angle not good (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
missing microphone socket
28
great max aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 resolution)
no external microphone support
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma DP2x
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Sigma DP2x
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sigma
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Sigma DP2x
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-21 2011-02-08
Physical type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 41mm (1x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focus range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 15 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.20 m 4.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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 (15 fps) 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 640x480 320x240
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 124g (0.27 lb) 280g (0.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-82 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $99 $699