Fujifilm S1 vs Sigma DP1

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm S1 versus Sigma DP1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the Fujifilm S1 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S1 was introduced 5 years after the DP1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 scores against the DP1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S1 versus Sigma DP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S1 compared to the DP1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and DP1 is 60 and 87 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and DP1.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S1 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm S1 will resolve greater detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.