Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP1s

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.

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.

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.

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.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X Vario and DP1s is 62 and 90 respectively.

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.