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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 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
  • Revealed July 2011
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Launched September 2009
  • Updated by Sigma DP2s
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 Overview

Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the EX-ZS15 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS15 was unveiled 23 months later than the DP2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-ZS15 grades versus the DP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Sigma DP2

 EX-ZS15 DP2 
LaunchedJuly 2011September 2009Fresher by 23 months

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 DP2 EX-ZS15 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen sizing2.5""Bigger screen (+2.5")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Sigma DP2

 EX-ZS15 DP2 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS15 has outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZS15 against the DP2.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and DP2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and DP2.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-ZS15 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Casio EX-ZS15 will offer you extra detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer EX-ZS15 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma DP2 as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
56
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Street photography highlights
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition (154 grams)
low maximum ISO (0)
67
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (280g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography details
Sigma DP2 Sports photography details
32
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Travel photography with Sigma DP2
61
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (154 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
67
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
low MP (5 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP2 as a Landscape photography camera
32
great maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is small ( inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
48
focusing manually
very good maximum aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Sigma DP2
26
great maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competition (154g)
28
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280g)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Sigma DP2
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Sigma DP2
General Information
Make Casio Sigma
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Sigma DP2
Type Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-07-18 2009-09-21
Body design Ultracompact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO - 200
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 41mm (1x)
Crop factor 5.8 1.7
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 15 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.30 m
Flash options no built-in flash Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lb) 280 gr (0.62 lb)
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 Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $248 $649