Casio EX-Z550 vs Sigma fp
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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84 Imaging
74 Features
79 Overall
76
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sigma fp Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Released July 2019
- Refreshed by Sigma fp L
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In this write-up, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 versus Sigma fp, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and fp (25MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z550 was introduced 10 years before the fp which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Sigma fp. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Sigma fp
| EX-Z550 | fp |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Casio EX-Z550
| fp | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2019 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 115 months |
| Display sizing | 3.2" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 2100k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Sigma fp
| EX-Z550 | fp | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 features external dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has sizing 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the fp.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and fp is 95 and 84 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and fp.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z550 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will offer extra detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Sigma fp Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sigma fp | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sigma |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Sigma fp |
| Class | Ultracompact | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2019-07-11 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 858.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 25 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 49 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | Leica L |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 30 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 12.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | No |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 143g (0.32 lbs) | 422g (0.93 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
| 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 | - | BP-51 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 wec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $149 | $2,050 |