Canon R vs Sigma DP2x
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Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Released September 2018
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2s

Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon R versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the R (30MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the R (Full frame) and DP2x (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

The R was announced 7 years after the DP2x which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the R matches up versus the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R and Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Sigma DP2x
R | DP2x | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 93 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Canon R
DP2x | R |
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Common features in the Canon R and Sigma DP2x
R | DP2x | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon R features exterior measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Canon R versus Sigma DP2x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the R vs the DP2x.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R and DP2x is 62 and 86 respectively.

Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R and DP2x.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon R will give you greater detail with its extra 25MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent R provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Canon EOS R | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon EOS R | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2018-09-05 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 40000 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5655 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 41mm (1x) |
Number of lenses | 17 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (with LP-E6N only) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660g (1.46 pounds) | 280g (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2742 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $2,299 | $699 |