Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sigma fp L

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Sigma fp L, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Casio and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the EX-ZR700 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR700 was unveiled 9 years before the fp L which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR700 scores versus the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR700 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the fp L.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and fp L is 91 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and fp L.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR700 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will provide you with more detail having an extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR700 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.