Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD1

Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma SD1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z35 was released 7 months earlier than the SD1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z35 grades against the SD1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Sigma SD1. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z35 provides outer dimensions 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 SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma SD1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the SD1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and SD1 is 96 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and SD1.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z35 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma SD1 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.