Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP1s

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP1s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the G7 X (1") and DP1s (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The G7 X was launched 5 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G7 X grades versus the DP1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the G7 X vs the DP1s.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X and DP1s is 88 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G7 X and DP1s.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G7 X featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Canon G7 X will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer G7 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.