Casio EX-Z35 vs Sigma fp

Following is a extended overview of the Casio EX-Z35 versus Sigma fp, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and fp (25MP) and the EX-Z35 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z35 was announced 10 years earlier than the fp which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z35 matches up vs the fp with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Sigma fp. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z35 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the fp.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and fp is 96 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z35 and fp.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z35 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp will offer you more detail with its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.