Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2
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Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
- 340g - 113 x 64 x 44mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched September 2009
- Updated by Sigma DP2s

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X70 was unveiled 6 years later than the DP2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X70 grades vs the DP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X70 and Sigma DP2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X70 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X70 over the Sigma DP2
Fujifilm X70 | DP2 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | September 2009 | Fresher by 77 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Fujifilm X70
DP2 | Fujifilm X70 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X70 and Sigma DP2
Fujifilm X70 | DP2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X70 offers outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has dimensions 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 X70 vs Sigma DP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X70 against the DP2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X70 and DP2 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X70 and DP2.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X70 to result in greater detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X70 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Fujifilm X70 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sigma |
Model | Fujifilm X70 | Sigma DP2 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 5MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 77 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-16.0 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600 (5.5m at ISO 100)) | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro , Suppressed Flash, Commander | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 340 gr (0.75 lbs) | 280 gr (0.62 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-95 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $700 | $649 |