Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sigma SD10

Here is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sigma SD10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Casio and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-ZR15 was revealed 7 years later than the SD10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the SD10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Sigma SD10. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD10 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Sigma SD10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the SD10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and SD10 is 93 and 54 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and SD10.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR15 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Casio EX-ZR15 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR15 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.