Casio EX-Z800 vs Sigma fp

On this page, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z800 and Sigma fp, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and fp (25MP) and the EX-Z800 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z800 was revealed 10 years earlier than the fp and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z800 grades versus the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Sigma fp. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z800 has exterior dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z800 and Sigma fp in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z800 compared to the fp.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and fp is 96 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z800 and fp.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z800 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp will show greater detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.