Casio EX-Z400 vs Sigma SD9

In this article, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-Z400 and Sigma SD9, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the EX-Z400 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z400 was brought out 6 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-Z400 scores vs the SD9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z400 features outside measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z400 and Sigma SD9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z400 against the SD9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and SD9 is 95 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and SD9.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z400 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Casio EX-Z400 will render greater detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z400 will have an edge in sensor tech.