Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sigma DP1

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sigma DP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZR100 was manufactured 3 years after the DP1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 scores vs the DP1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Sigma DP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the DP1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and DP1 is 92 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and DP1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR100 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Casio EX-ZR100 will produce greater detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR100 should have an advantage in sensor tech.