Canon G1 X II vs Sigma DP2s

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon G1 X II and Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the G1 X II (13MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the G1 X II (1.5") and DP2s (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The G1 X II was announced 4 years after the DP2s which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the G1 X II scores versus the DP2s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X II Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon G1 X II comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 74mm x 66mm (4.6" x 2.9" x 2.6") having a weight of 553 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 X II and the DP2s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X II and DP2s is 76 and 86 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 X II and DP2s.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 X II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon G1 X II will show more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer G1 X II should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.