Panasonic FS12 vs Sigma DP1x

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS12 versus Sigma DP1x, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The FS12 was launched 10 months before the DP1x so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the FS12 scores vs the DP1x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS12 versus Sigma DP1x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS12 vs the DP1x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and DP1x is 95 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and DP1x.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FS12 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FS12 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.