Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sigma fp L

Following is a complete review of the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the EX-ZR300 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR300 was launched 9 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR300 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR300 matches up versus the fp L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR300 vs Sigma fp L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR300 and the fp L.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and fp L is 92 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR300 and fp L.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR300 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sigma fp L will give extra detail utilizing its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.