Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x
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Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(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
- Introduced December 2009
- Replacement is Leica X2
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP2s

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
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).

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.

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica X1 over the Sigma DP2x
X1 | DP2x | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Leica X1
DP2x | X1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | December 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
Common features in the Leica X1 and Sigma DP2x
X1 | DP2x | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
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.

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
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.

Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica X1 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Leica X1 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Sigma |
Model type | Leica X1 | Sigma DP2x |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-12-18 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 area | 372.9mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4272 x 2856 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 41mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 30cm | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 lbs) | 280 gr (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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 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 |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,495 | $699 |