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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Sigma DP1x front
Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced July 2011
Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 28mm (F4.0) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Previous Model is Sigma DP1s
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Overview

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sigma DP1x, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the EX-ZS15 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The EX-ZS15 was revealed 18 months after the DP1x making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZS15 grades versus the DP1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Sigma DP1x

 EX-ZS15 DP1x 
IntroducedJuly 2011February 2010Newer by 18 months

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Casio EX-ZS15

 DP1x EX-ZS15 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display sizing2.5""Larger display (+2.5")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sigma DP1x

 EX-ZS15 DP1x 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS15 provides physical dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sigma DP1x in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the DP1x.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and DP1x is 95 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and DP1x.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-ZS15 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Casio EX-ZS15 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS15 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma DP1x as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
56
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
low MP (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography features
Sigma DP1x Street photography features
48
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (154g)
low max ISO (0)
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography factors
Sigma DP1x Sports photography factors
32
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
32
sensor size is good (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography factors
Sigma DP1x Travel photography factors
61
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (154 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
57
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
low MP (5 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography advice
Sigma DP1x Landscape photography advice
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
tiny screen (")
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
41
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Sigma DP1x
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic port
heavier than competition (154g)
25
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (320 x 240 pixels)
missing external mic jack
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Sigma DP1x
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Sigma DP1x
General Information
Make Casio Sigma
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Sigma DP1x
Category Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-07-18 2010-02-20
Body design Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - True II
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
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28mm (1x)
Largest aperture - f/4.0
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 30 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/4000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154g (0.34 pounds) 250g (0.55 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
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
Self timer - Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/MMC card
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $248 $574