Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s
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![Leica X Vario front Leica X Vario front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-X-Vario/Leica-X-Vario-front.jpg)
![Sigma DP1s front Sigma DP1s front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sigma-DP1s.jpg)
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Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Previous Model is Leica X2
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 109 x 60 x 31mm
- Introduced October 2009
- Older Model is Sigma DP1
- Successor is Sigma DP1x
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Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Leica X Vario and Sigma DP1s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Leica and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the X Vario (16MP) and DP1s (5MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).
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The X Vario was released 3 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the X Vario grades versus the DP1s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica X Vario & Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Sigma DP1s
X Vario | DP1s | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | October 2009 | Fresher by 45 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1s over the Leica X Vario
DP1s | X Vario |
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Common features in the Leica X Vario and Sigma DP1s
X Vario | DP1s | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Leica X Vario has got outer measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Leica X Vario and Sigma DP1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the X Vario compared to the DP1s.
![Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s size comparison Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-X-Vario-vs-Sigma-DP1s-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X Vario and DP1s is 62 and 90 respectively.
![Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s top view buttons comparison Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-X-Vario-vs-Sigma-DP1s-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X Vario and DP1s.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Leica X Vario to give greater detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent X Vario should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s sensor size comparison Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-X-Vario-vs-Sigma-DP1s-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-X-Vario-vs-Sigma-DP1s-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s Specifications
Leica X Vario | Sigma DP1s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Leica | Sigma |
Model | Leica X Vario | Sigma DP1s |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-11 | 2009-10-02 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 372.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3272 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 12500 | 800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-70mm (2.5x) | 28mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
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 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) | 270 gr (0.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") | 109 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1320 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-DC8 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,950 | $0 |