Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2s

Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax XG-1 and Sigma DP2s, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The XG-1 was brought out 4 years after the DP2s which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the XG-1 grades against the DP2s when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax XG-1 comes with exterior measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the XG-1 compared to the DP2s.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and DP2s is 66 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The pic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and DP2s.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The XG-1 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax XG-1 will give greater detail having its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger XG-1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.