Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2
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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced September 2009
- New Model is Sigma DP2s

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sigma DP2, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-ZS10 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

The EX-ZS10 was announced 16 months after the DP2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZS10 grades versus the DP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZS10 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS10 over the Sigma DP2
EX-ZS10 | DP2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | September 2009 | Newer by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Casio EX-ZS10
DP2 | EX-ZS10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+2.5") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sigma DP2
EX-ZS10 | DP2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS10 offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZS10 and Sigma DP2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZS10 vs the DP2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS10 and DP2 is 99 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS10 and DP2.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZS10 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Casio EX-ZS10 will give you greater detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZS10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-ZS10 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Sigma |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 | Sigma DP2 |
Type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-09-21 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | - | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 41mm (1x) |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 0k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $120 | $649 |