Panasonic 3D1 vs Sigma DP1

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sigma DP1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The 3D1 was announced 3 years later than the DP1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the 3D1 scores vs the DP1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sigma DP1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sigma DP1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 against the DP1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and DP1 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and DP1.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic 3D1 will give you more detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern 3D1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.