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Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2

Portability
89
Imaging
52
Features
33
Overall
44
Leica X1 front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs

Leica X1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • No Video
  • 35mm (F2.8) lens
  • 306g - 124 x 60 x 32mm
  • Announced December 2009
  • Refreshed by Leica X2
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Introduced September 2009
  • Replacement is Sigma DP2s
Photography Glossary

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the X1 (12MP) and DP2 (5MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The X1 was brought out 3 months later than the DP2 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X1 matches up versus the DP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica X1 over the Sigma DP2

 X1 DP2 
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Leica X1

 DP2 X1 

Common features in the Leica X1 and Sigma DP2

 X1 DP2 
IntroducedDecember 2009September 2009Same generation
Focus manually More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica X1 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the X1 compared to the DP2.

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X1 and DP2 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X1 and DP2.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Leica X1 to result in more detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica X1 Portrait photography information
Sigma DP2 Portrait photography information
63
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has face detect focus
supports RAW formats
low resolution (12MP)
56
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
sensor resolution not great (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Leica X1 Street photography info
Sigma DP2 Street photography info
70
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (306 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
67
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competitors (280g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica X1 Sports photography information
Sigma DP2 Sports photography information
34
sensor size is good (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow frames per second (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
no phase detect auto focus
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
max fps low (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Leica X1
Travel photography with Sigma DP2
59
lighter than competition in class (306 grams)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
67
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Leica X1 Landscape photography advice
Sigma DP2 Landscape photography advice
44
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse recording
48
focusing manually
good maximum aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica X1 Vlogging details
Sigma DP2 Vlogging details
9
no video recording
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors (280g)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (320 x 240 pxls)
no microphone jack
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Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica X1 and Sigma DP2
 Leica X1Sigma DP2
General Information
Manufacturer Leica Sigma
Model Leica X1 Sigma DP2
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-12-18 2009-09-21
Body design 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 12 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4272 x 2856 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.8 -
Macro focus distance 30cm -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.5 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 320x240
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 306 grams (0.67 lbs) 280 grams (0.62 lbs)
Physical dimensions 124 x 60 x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $1,495 $649