Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x
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Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
(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
- Released February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the S3 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S3 was revealed at a similar time to the DP2x which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the S3 scores versus the DP2x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Sigma DP2x
S3 | DP2x | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Panasonic S3
DP2x | S3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic S3 and Sigma DP2x
S3 | DP2x | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3 against the DP2x.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and DP2x is 96 and 86 respectively.
Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3 and DP2x.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S3 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic S3 will provide more detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively.
Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Travel Comparison
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Panasonic S3 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sigma |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | Sigma DP2x |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 117g (0.26 lb) | 280g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $110 | $699 |