Casio EX-ZR10 vs Sigma SD15

Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sigma SD15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the EX-ZR10 (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR10 was introduced 8 months later than the SD15 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR10 grades versus the SD15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR10 comes with outside dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR10 versus Sigma SD15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 compared to the SD15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR10 and SD15 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and SD15.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR10 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Casio EX-ZR10 will give extra detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.