Casio EX-Z90 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill

Here is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-Z90 and Sigma DP1 Merrill, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z90 (12MP) and the DP1 Merrill (15MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-Z90 (1/2.3") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-Z90 was launched 3 years prior to the DP1 Merrill and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-Z90 grades vs the DP1 Merrill with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z90 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z90 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z90 offers outside measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 Merrill has proportions of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z90 and Sigma DP1 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z90 and the DP1 Merrill.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z90 and DP1 Merrill is 96 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z90 and DP1 Merrill.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z90 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older EX-Z90 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.