Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP2s
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Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
- Launched June 2013
- Older Model is Leica X2
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2010
- Superseded the Sigma DP2
- Newer Model is Sigma DP2x
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Let's take a more detailed look at the Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Sigma. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the X Vario (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe X Vario was introduced 3 years later than the DP2s and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the X Vario scores versus the DP2s with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Sigma DP2s
| X Vario | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | February 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Leica X Vario
| DP2s | X Vario |
|---|
Common features in the Leica X Vario and Sigma DP2s
| X Vario | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica X Vario enjoys exterior measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the X Vario versus the DP2s.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X Vario and DP2s is 62 and 86 respectively.
Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X Vario and DP2s.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Leica X Vario to provide extra detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern X Vario will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Leica X Vario vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
| Leica X Vario | Sigma DP2s | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Leica | Sigma |
| Model type | Leica X Vario | Sigma DP2s |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-06-11 | 2010-02-20 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | True II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4928 x 3272 | 2640 x 1760 |
| Highest native ISO | 12500 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-70mm (2.5x) | 41mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
| Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure 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 | 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lbs) | 280 grams (0.62 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 78 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1320 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 450 photographs | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP-DC8 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $2,950 | $940 |