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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s

Portability
82
Imaging
68
Features
74
Overall
70
Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III front
 
Sigma DP2s front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
31
Overall
38

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs

Canon G1 X III
(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
  • Succeeded the Canon G1 X II
Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Previous Model is Sigma DP2
  • Updated by Sigma DP2x
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Overview

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and DP2s (5MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The G1 X III was launched 7 years after the DP2s which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G1 X III grades against the DP2s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon G1 X III over the Sigma DP2s

 G1 X III DP2s 
AnnouncedOctober 2017February 2010Newer by 94 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k230kClearer display (+810k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Canon G1 X III

 DP2s G1 X III 

Common features in the Canon G1 X III and Sigma DP2s

 G1 X III DP2s 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G1 X III has external 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) whilst the Sigma DP2s has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G1 X III versus the DP2s.

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X III and DP2s is 82 and 86 respectively.

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s top view buttons comparison

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and DP2s.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon G1 X III to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer G1 X III will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s sensor size comparison

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G1 X III Portrait photography details
Sigma DP2s Portrait photography details
80
focusing manually
MP count good (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
56
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon G1 X III Street photography details
Sigma DP2s Street photography details
85
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Optical)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
offers focus via touch
weather proofing
above average high ISO (25,600)
67
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon G1 X III Sports photography information
Sigma DP2s Sports photography information
76
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
bad battery pack (200 shots)
30
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
low fps (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon G1 X III Travel photography advice
Sigma DP2s Travel photography advice
73
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
offers focus via touch
MP count good (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (24mm)
bad battery pack (200 per charge)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
67
lighter than competitors (280g)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution low (5MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon G1 X III Landscape photography info
Sigma DP2s Landscape photography info
72
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
bad battery pack (200 shots)
48
focusing manually
good maximum aperture (f)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G1 X III Vlogging information
Sigma DP2s Vlogging information
35
decently wide (24mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
missing external mic socket
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 pixels)
missing external microphone jack
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Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G1 X III and Sigma DP2s
 Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark IIISigma DP2s
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Sigma
Model Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III Sigma DP2s
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2017-10-25 2010-02-20
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 7 True II
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
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 25600 3200
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
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 range 10cm -
Crop factor 1.6 1.7
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 15s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 9.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in 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
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 320 x 240
Highest 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 lb) 280 gr (0.62 lb)
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 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
Battery life 200 photographs -
Form of battery Built-in -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $1,299 $940