Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sigma DP2x

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm JZ100 and Sigma DP2x, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) use different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was introduced 12 months after the DP2x which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades vs the DP2x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JZ100 offers outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has measurements 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 compared to the DP2x.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and DP2x is 95 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and DP2x.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm JZ100 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Fujifilm JZ100 will give you extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JZ100 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.