Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Revealed November 2002
- New Model is Sigma SD10
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Casio and Sigma. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z35 was released 7 years after the SD9 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z35 grades against the SD9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Sigma SD9. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Sigma SD9
EX-Z35 | SD9 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | November 2002 | More modern by 89 months | |
Screen size | 2.5" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 130k | Crisper screen (+100k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Casio EX-Z35
SD9 | EX-Z35 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Sigma SD9
EX-Z35 | SD9 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 has external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z35 against the SD9.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and SD9 is 96 and 54 respectively.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and SD9.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z35 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-Z35 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z35 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Sigma |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Sigma SD9 |
Category | Ultracompact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2002-11-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 | 3 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2268 x 1512 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 1.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 pounds) | 950g (2.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
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 (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $99 | $3,001 |