Panasonic XS1 vs Sigma DP1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic XS1 versus Sigma DP1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and DP1 (5MP) and the XS1 (1/2.3") and DP1 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The XS1 was brought out 4 years later than the DP1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the XS1 grades against the DP1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Sigma DP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Sigma DP1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 features physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Sigma DP1 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic XS1 versus Sigma DP1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the XS1 versus the DP1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and DP1 is 97 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and DP1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XS1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic XS1 will produce extra detail having its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent XS1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.