Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sigma SD1

Following is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Casio and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the EX-ZR10 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR10 was announced very close to the SD1 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX-ZR10 matches up against the SD1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR10 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sigma SD1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 versus the SD1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and SD1 is 93 and 77 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR10 and SD1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR10 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma SD1 will resolve more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively.