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Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
86
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65
Fujifilm X70 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Fujifilm X70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
  • 340g - 113 x 64 x 44mm
  • Released January 2016
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
  • Earlier Model is Sigma DP2s
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Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X70 was launched 5 years later than the DP2x and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X70 matches up against the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X70 over the Sigma DP2x

 Fujifilm X70 DP2x 
ReleasedJanuary 2016February 2011More recent by 61 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1040k230kCrisper screen (+810k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Fujifilm X70

 DP2x Fujifilm X70 

Common features in the Fujifilm X70 and Sigma DP2x

 Fujifilm X70 DP2x 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X70 comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X70 against the DP2x.

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X70 and DP2x is 86 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X70 and DP2x.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X70 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X70 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X70
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2x
75
manual focus
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
57
you can focus manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (5MP)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Fujifilm X70 as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Street photography camera
78
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
does not have image stabilization
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (280 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X70 Sports photography information
Sigma DP2x Sports photography information
65
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect autofocus
can't change focal length (28mm)
does not have image stabilization
30
decent sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (5MP)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X70 as a Travel photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Travel photography camera
78
comes with touch to focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
67
lighter than competitors in class (280g)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X70 Landscape photography factors
Sigma DP2x Landscape photography factors
59
manual focus
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
48
you can focus manually
very good maximum aperture (f)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (5MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X70 Vlogging details
Sigma DP2x Vlogging details
74
selfie friendly display
touchscreen functionality
features face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have external mic jack
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
28
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (280 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pxls)
lack of microphone port
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Fujifilm X70 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X70 and Sigma DP2x
 Fujifilm X70Sigma DP2x
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sigma
Model type Fujifilm X70 Sigma DP2x
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2016-01-15 2011-02-08
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II True II
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 5MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4896 x 3264 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Highest boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 77 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-16.0 -
Crop factor 1.5 1.7
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 8.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.90 m (at ISO 1600 (5.5m at ISO 100)) 4.30 m
Flash modes Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro , Suppressed Flash, Commander Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 320 x 240
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 320x240
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 340g (0.75 lbs) 280g (0.62 lbs)
Physical 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 All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 330 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-95 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/MMC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $700 $699