Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Leica and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the X1 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The X1 was released 13 months prior to the DP2x which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the X1 grades against the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X1 & Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are available at Leica X1 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Leica X1 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the X1 compared to the DP2x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the X1 and DP2x is 89 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X1 and DP2x.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Leica X1 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older X1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.