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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Sigma SD9 front
Portability
54
Imaging
38
Features
27
Overall
33

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Sigma SD9
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 400
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
  • Introduced November 2002
  • New Model is Sigma SD10
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Overview

Its time to examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Casio and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the EX-ZS5 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS5 was launched 8 years after the SD9 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-ZS5 scores vs the SD9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Sigma SD9

 EX-ZS5 SD9 
IntroducedJanuary 2011November 2002More modern by 99 months
Screen sizing3"1.8"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution461k130kCrisper screen (+331k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 SD9 EX-ZS5 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Sigma SD9

 EX-ZS5 SD9 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS5 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sigma SD9 has measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS5 compared to the SD9.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS5 and SD9 is 99 and 54 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS5 and SD9.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZS5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Casio EX-ZS5 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS5 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography details
Sigma SD9 Portrait photography details
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
46
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (3 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography advice
Sigma SD9 Street photography advice
49
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
43
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than others (950g)
low maximum ISO (400)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Sports photography with Sigma SD9
32
MP count good (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
35
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000 seconds)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (3MP)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Travel photography camera
Sigma SD9 as a Travel photography camera
71
MP count good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
29
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (950 grams)
sensor resolution low (3MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS5
Landscape photography with Sigma SD9
38
very good max aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
40
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
tiny screen (1.8")
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (3 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (400)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging factors
Sigma SD9 Vlogging factors
27
very good max aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (848 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic port
9
no video
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Sigma SD9 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Sigma SD9
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Sigma SD9
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Sigma
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Sigma SD9
Category Ultracompact Advanced DSLR
Introduced 2011-01-05 2002-11-26
Physical type Ultracompact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 3 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 2268 x 1512
Max native ISO 3200 400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens zoom range () -
Number of lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 1.8 inches
Resolution of display 461k dots 130k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 98 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.77x
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/6000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 -
Max video resolution 848x480 None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 950 gr (2.09 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" 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
Self timer - Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type - Compact Flash Type I or II
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $100 $3,001