Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s
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Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 126 x 75 x 54mm
- Released May 2011
- Later Model is Fujifilm X100S
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed October 2009
- Succeeded the Sigma DP1
- Renewed by Sigma DP1x

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP1s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X100 was launched 20 months later than the DP1s which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X100 grades versus the DP1s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Sigma DP1s
Fujifilm X100 | DP1s | |||
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Revealed | May 2011 | ![]() | October 2009 | More recent by 20 months |
Screen dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Fujifilm X100
DP1s | Fujifilm X100 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP1s
Fujifilm X100 | DP1s | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X100 provides physical dimensions of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP1s in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X100 and the DP1s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100 and DP1s is 80 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X100 and DP1s.
As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X100 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP1s Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Sigma DP1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Sigma DP1s |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-05-16 | 2009-10-02 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 270 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 126 x 75 x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") | 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1001 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,800 | $0 |