Casio EX-Z400 vs Sigma fp L

The following is a in-depth review of the Casio EX-Z400 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the EX-Z400 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z400 was released 13 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z400 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z400 matches up versus the fp L in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z400 features outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z400 versus Sigma fp L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z400 against the fp L.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z400 and fp L is 95 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z400 and fp L.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z400 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sigma fp L will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 49MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z400 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.