Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sigma DP2

Below is a in depth overview of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Sigma DP2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR300 was introduced 2 years later than the DP2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR300 matches up against the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR300 and Sigma DP2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR300 compared to the DP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR300 and DP2 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and DP2.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR300 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Casio EX-ZR300 will offer greater detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR300 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.