Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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86 Imaging
44 Features
28 Overall
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched September 2009
- Successor is Sigma DP2s

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-Z800 and Sigma DP2, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

The EX-Z800 was manufactured 11 months after the DP2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z800 scores vs the DP2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Sigma DP2
EX-Z800 | DP2 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | ![]() | September 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Casio EX-Z800
DP2 | EX-Z800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Sigma DP2
EX-Z800 | DP2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z800 comes with outside measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z800 and Sigma DP2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z800 and the DP2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z800 and DP2 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z800 and DP2.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z800 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Casio EX-Z800 will give extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z800 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sigma |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Sigma DP2 |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-08-03 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 pounds) | 280g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-120 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $649 |