Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2x

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon G1 X III vs Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the G1 X III (24MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The G1 X III was introduced 6 years later than the DP2x and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G1 X III grades vs the DP2x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are available at Canon G1 X III Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X III offers outside dimensions of 115mm x 78mm x 51mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G1 X III against the DP2x.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X III and DP2x is 82 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 X III and DP2x.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon G1 X III to produce more detail using its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern G1 X III provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.