Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp L
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 255g - 108 x 62 x 37mm
- Launched September 2012
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Superseded the Sigma fp
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Below is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sigma fp L, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Casio and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the EX-ZR1000 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-ZR1000 was revealed 9 years earlier than the fp L and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the fp L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR1000 over the Sigma fp L
| EX-ZR1000 | fp L | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Casio EX-ZR1000
| fp L | EX-ZR1000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | March 2021 | September 2012 | More recent by 103 months | |
| Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
| Display resolution | 2100k | 461k | Sharper display (+1639k dot) | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR1000 and Sigma fp L
| EX-ZR1000 | fp L | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR1000 vs the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR1000 and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR1000 and fp L.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR1000 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp L will deliver extra detail because of its extra 45MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older EX-ZR1000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sigma fp L | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Sigma |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 | Sigma fp L |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-09-25 | 2021-03-25 |
| Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 61 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 9520 x 6328 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | - | 6 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 49 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Leica L |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 40 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.70 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 255 gr (0.56 pounds) | 427 gr (0.94 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 108 x 62 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 images | 240 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-130 | BP-51 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $572 | $2,499 |