Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Released August 2013
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 146 x 113 x 80mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Later Model is Sigma SD1 Merrill
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sigma SD1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is very well matched but the EX-ZR800 (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-ZR800 was announced 2 years after the SD1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR800 grades vs the SD1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Sigma SD1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Sigma SD1
EX-ZR800 | SD1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | September 2010 | More modern by 36 months | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD1 over the Casio EX-ZR800
SD1 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Sigma SD1
EX-ZR800 | SD1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 offers 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 SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Sigma SD1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR800 compared to the SD1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and SD1 is 91 and 77 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and SD1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR800 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Casio EX-ZR800 will give you greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR800 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Sigma SD1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sigma SD1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Sigma |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Sigma SD1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2013-08-07 | 2010-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Dual True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4800 x 3200 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 2 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 146 x 113 x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I, UDMA compatible) |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $429 | $2,339 |