Canon G7 X MIII vs Sigma DP1

Here, we will be comparing the Canon G7 X MIII and Sigma DP1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and DP1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The G7 X MIII was announced 11 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G7 X MIII scores against the DP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon G7 X MIII provides external dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G7 X MIII versus the DP1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X MIII and DP1 is 88 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X MIII and DP1.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G7 X MIII having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon G7 X MIII will deliver more detail with its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher G7 X MIII will have an advantage in sensor technology.