Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP1

Below is a extended review of the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sigma DP1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z800 was unveiled 2 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z800 scores vs the DP1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Sigma DP1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with exterior dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-Z800 versus Sigma DP1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the DP1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and DP1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and DP1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z800 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Casio EX-Z800 will give greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger EX-Z800 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.