Fujifilm S2 Pro vs Sigma DP1x

On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Sigma DP1x, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) and the DP1x (5MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm S2 Pro was introduced 8 years earlier than the DP1x and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S2 Pro grades against the DP1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro & Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S2 Pro Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S2 Pro comes with external measurements of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S2 Pro and Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and the DP1x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S2 Pro and DP1x is 56 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S2 Pro and DP1x.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S2 Pro to render extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S2 Pro will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.