Panasonic FP1 vs Sigma DP2x

The following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FP1 vs Sigma DP2x, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The FP1 was unveiled 13 months prior to the DP2x making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP1 grades against the DP2x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FP1 against the DP2x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and DP2x is 95 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and DP2x.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic FP1 will offer you more detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.