Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sigma DP2s

The following is a in depth review of the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Sigma DP2s, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-ZR700 was released 2 years after the DP2s which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-ZR700 matches up versus the DP2s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Sigma DP2s. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR700 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Sigma DP2s in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR700 vs the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and DP2s is 91 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and DP2s.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZR700 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Casio EX-ZR700 will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR700 will have an edge in sensor technology.