Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x
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Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP1s

Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm S8300 (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the Fujifilm S8300 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

The Fujifilm S8300 was introduced 2 years after the DP1x which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8300 grades vs the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8300 and Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8300 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8300 over the Sigma DP1x
Fujifilm S8300 | DP1x | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Fujifilm S8300
DP1x | Fujifilm S8300 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S8300 and Sigma DP1x
Fujifilm S8300 | DP1x | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8300 features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst 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).
Take a look at the Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8300 versus the DP1x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8300 and DP1x is 61 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8300 and DP1x.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S8300 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Fujifilm S8300 will offer greater detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8300 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S8300 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8300 | Sigma DP1x |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 250 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $574 |