Fujifilm SL240 vs Sigma DP1

Here is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm SL240 and Sigma DP1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the Fujifilm SL240 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm SL240 was announced 3 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm SL240 matches up versus the DP1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix SL240 and Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm SL240 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL240 has physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm SL240 and Sigma DP1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL240 compared to the DP1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL240 and DP1 is 67 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL240 and DP1.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm SL240 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Fujifilm SL240 will result in more detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm SL240 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.