Casio EX-ZR100 vs Sigma DP2

Below, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Sigma DP2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-ZR100 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR100 was unveiled 23 months later than the DP2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 matches up versus the DP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Sigma DP2. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR100 against the DP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and DP2 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR100 and DP2.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR100 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Casio EX-ZR100 will produce extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZR100 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.