Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-72mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 399g - 115 x 78 x 51mm
- Revealed October 2017
- Old Model is Canon G1 X II
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed September 2009
- Updated by Sigma DP2s

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and DP2 (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The G1 X III was released 8 years later than the DP2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G1 X III grades against the DP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III and Sigma DP2. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G1 X III Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Sigma DP2
G1 X III | DP2 | |||
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Revealed | October 2017 | ![]() | September 2009 | Fresher by 99 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Canon G1 X III
DP2 | G1 X III |
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Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Sigma DP2
G1 X III | DP2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G1 X III offers outside dimensions of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 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).
Check out the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G1 X III versus the DP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X III and DP2 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and DP2.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon G1 X III to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The newer G1 X III should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III | Sigma DP2 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2017-10-25 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, sl0w synchro, off | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 399 gr (0.88 pounds) | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 78 x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Built-in | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,299 | $649 |