Leica X-U vs Sigma DP1s

The following is a thorough review of the Leica X-U versus Sigma DP1s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Leica and Sigma. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the X-U (16MP) and DP1s (5MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The X-U was brought out 6 years after the DP1s which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X-U matches up versus the DP1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X-U and Sigma DP1s. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica X-U Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Leica X-U comes with outer dimensions of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") and a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Leica X-U versus Sigma DP1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the X-U and the DP1s.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X-U and DP1s is 64 and 90 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-U and DP1s.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Leica X-U to result in extra detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger X-U is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.