Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2s
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Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Revealed September 2014
- Replacement is Canon G7 X MII
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- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2010
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP2
- Later Model is Sigma DP2x
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Below is a extended overview of the Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the G7 X (1") and DP2s (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe G7 X was announced 4 years later than the DP2s and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the G7 X matches up versus the DP2s with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Sigma DP2s
| G7 X | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2014 |  | February 2010 | More recent by 56 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Canon G7 X
| DP2s | G7 X |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G7 X and Sigma DP2s
| G7 X | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus |
Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G7 X versus the DP2s.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and DP2s is 88 and 86 respectively.
Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and DP2s.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G7 X with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon G7 X will render extra detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern G7 X will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G7 X | Sigma DP2s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Sigma |
| Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Sigma DP2s |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2014-09-15 | 2010-02-20 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 6 | 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 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 50 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 31 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 41mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 40 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.5fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 304g (0.67 lbs) | 280g (0.62 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 71 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 556 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 210 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NB-13L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $490 | $940 |