Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x
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Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Revealed March 2009
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Launched February 2010
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP1s
Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Pentax X70 and Sigma DP1x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe X70 was manufactured 11 months prior to the DP1x which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the X70 matches up versus the DP1x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Sigma DP1x
X70 | DP1x | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Pentax X70
DP1x | X70 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | March 2009 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Sigma DP1x
X70 | DP1x | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Pentax X70 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check the Pentax X70 and Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the X70 against the DP1x.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and DP1x is 71 and 88 respectively.
Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and DP1x.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X70 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax X70 will produce greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older X70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax X70 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Pentax X70 | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sigma |
Model | Pentax X70 | Sigma DP1x |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-03-02 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/4.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 410 gr (0.90 lb) | 250 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $200 | $574 |