Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and fp (25MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR1000 was introduced 7 years before the fp which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the fp when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Sigma fp. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features external measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the fp.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and fp is 90 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and fp.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR1000 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will produce greater detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR1000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.