Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2
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Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 126 x 75 x 54mm
- Announced May 2011
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X100S
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Announced September 2009
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2s
Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Fujifilm X100 was released 21 months after the DP2 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X100 matches up versus the DP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix X100 & Sigma DP2. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Sigma DP2
Fujifilm X100 | DP2 | |||
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Announced | May 2011 | September 2009 | Newer by 21 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.8" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Fujifilm X100
DP2 | Fujifilm X100 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP2
Fujifilm X100 | DP2 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100 features physical measurements 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 DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100 vs the DP2.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100 and DP2 is 80 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100 and DP2.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm X100 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X100 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Sigma DP2 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-05-16 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 372.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 90% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 280 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 75 x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1001 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $1,800 | $649 |