Casio EX-Z450 vs Sigma SD9

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-Z450 and Sigma SD9, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Casio and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z450 was unveiled 6 years after the SD9 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-Z450 grades vs the SD9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Sigma SD9. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 has outside measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z450 and Sigma SD9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z450 and the SD9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and SD9 is 96 and 54 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and SD9.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z450 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Casio EX-Z450 will show greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-Z450 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.