Fujifilm S1500 vs Sigma DP2

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Sigma DP2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the Fujifilm S1500 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S1500 was manufactured 7 months prior to the DP2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S1500 grades vs the DP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1500 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S1500 vs Sigma DP2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 compared to the DP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and DP2 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1500 and DP2.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S1500 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm S1500 will render greater detail due to its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.