Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Sigma DP1

Below is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Sigma DP1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and DP1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was brought out 3 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores vs the DP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR features physical dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Sigma DP1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and the DP1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and DP1 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and DP1.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will give you more detail having its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F550 EXR will have an advantage in sensor innovation.