Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 319g - 106 x 61 x 42mm
- Launched February 2016
- Previous Model is Canon G7 X
- Later Model is Canon G7 X MIII
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Succeeded the Sigma DP1s
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MII (20MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the G7 X MII (1") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe G7 X MII was introduced 6 years after the DP1x which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G7 X MII scores versus the DP1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II and Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G7 X MII Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X MII over the Sigma DP1x
G7 X MII | DP1x | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | February 2010 | Newer by 73 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Canon G7 X MII
DP1x | G7 X MII |
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Common features in the Canon G7 X MII and Sigma DP1x
G7 X MII | DP1x | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X MII has got exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 319 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G7 X MII vs the DP1x.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MII and DP1x is 88 and 88 respectively.
Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MII and DP1x.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X MII using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon G7 X MII will provide you with greater detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G7 X MII should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon G7 X MII vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sigma |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II | Sigma DP1x |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-18 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 7 | True II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 319g (0.70 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
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 | 265 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $699 | $574 |