Fujifilm SL1000 vs Sigma DP1s

Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm SL1000 and Sigma DP1s, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the Fujifilm SL1000 (1/2.3") and DP1s (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was launched 3 years after the DP1s which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up versus the DP1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL1000 features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm SL1000 and Sigma DP1s in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the DP1s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL1000 and DP1s is 61 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm SL1000 and DP1s.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm SL1000 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm SL1000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.