Clicky

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
80
Imaging
53
Features
36
Overall
46
Fujifilm FinePix X100 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Fujifilm X100
(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
  • Introduced May 2011
  • New Model is Fujifilm X100S
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Succeeded the Sigma DP2s
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X100 was released 4 months after the DP2x and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X100 scores vs the DP2x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban
	
	

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Sigma DP2x

 Fujifilm X100 DP2x 
Screen sizing2.8"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Fujifilm X100

 DP2x Fujifilm X100 

Common features in the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP2x

 Fujifilm X100 DP2x 
ReleasedMay 2011February 2011Same age
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100 has got physical dimensions of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Sigma DP2x 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).

Check out the Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X100 compared to the DP2x.

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100 and DP2x is 80 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X100 and DP2x.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X100 to show more detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X100 as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Portrait photography camera
61
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
57
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
low MP (5 megapixels)
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X100
Street photography with Sigma DP2x
63
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
68
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (280g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X100 Sports photography advice
Sigma DP2x Sports photography advice
34
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
fixed focal length (35mm)
low frames per second (5.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
has no phase detect autofocus
30
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X100
Travel photography with Sigma DP2x
58
flash built-in
great max aperture (f2.0)
does not have Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
67
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
low MP (5MP)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X100
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2x
56
has manual focus
great max aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (2.8 inches)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have low pass filter
saves RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not have Time Lapse function
48
focusing manually
great maximum aperture (f)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X100 Vlogging features
Sigma DP2x Vlogging features
25
great max aperture (f2.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic support
28
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (320 x 240 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Fujifilm X100 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X100 and Sigma DP2x
 Fujifilm FinePix X100Sigma DP2x
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sigma
Model Fujifilm FinePix X100 Sigma DP2x
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-05-16 2011-02-08
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR True II
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 372.9mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing 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
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 49 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 41mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/2.0 -
Macro focus range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.8 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 1,440 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 90% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.5x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 9.00 m 4.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1280x720 320x240
Video format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 445 grams (0.98 lb) 280 grams (0.62 lb)
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 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 -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-95 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots One One
Cost at release $1,800 $699