FujiFilm F300EXR vs Sigma DP1s

Here, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm F300EXR versus Sigma DP1s, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the F300EXR (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the F300EXR (1/2") and DP1s (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The F300EXR was launched 10 months after the DP1s and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm F300EXR being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the F300EXR matches up against the DP1s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm F300EXR offers external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

See the FujiFilm F300EXR versus Sigma DP1s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the F300EXR against the DP1s.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F300EXR and DP1s is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the F300EXR and DP1s.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The F300EXR due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the FujiFilm F300EXR will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer F300EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.