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Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
66
Imaging
40
Features
37
Overall
38
Pentax XG-1 front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Pentax XG-1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
  • 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
  • Released July 2014
Sigma DP2x
(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
  • Replaced the Sigma DP2s
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the XG-1 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The XG-1 was revealed 3 years later than the DP2x and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the XG-1 matches up versus the DP2x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Sigma DP2x

 XG-1 DP2x 
ReleasedJuly 2014February 2011Fresher by 42 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Pentax XG-1

 DP2x XG-1 

Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Sigma DP2x

 XG-1 DP2x 
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 features physical measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the XG-1 against the DP2x.

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and DP2x is 66 and 86 respectively.

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and DP2x.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XG-1 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax XG-1 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern XG-1 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax XG-1
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2x
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
57
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
low MP (5 megapixels)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Pentax XG-1 as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Street photography camera
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than others (567 grams)
68
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Pentax XG-1 Sports photography info
Sigma DP2x Sports photography info
45
excellent zoom range (24-1248mm 52.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (240 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax XG-1 Travel photography advice
Sigma DP2x Travel photography advice
52
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
long zoom (1248mm)
no Time Lapse recording
bad battery power (240 shots)
heavier than others (567 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
67
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
flash built-in
great maximum aperture (f)
low MP (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax XG-1 Landscape photography details
Sigma DP2x Landscape photography details
45
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
bad battery power (240 shots)
no Time Lapse recording
48
manual focus
great maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax XG-1 Vlogging details
Sigma DP2x Vlogging details
25
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external mic socket
heavier than others (567 grams)
28
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
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Pentax XG-1 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax XG-1 and Sigma DP2x
 Pentax XG-1Sigma DP2x
General Information
Brand Pentax Sigma
Model Pentax XG-1 Sigma DP2x
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Large Sensor Compact
Released 2014-07-15 2011-02-08
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - True II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS 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 16 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-1248mm (52.0x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-5.6 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 200 thousand dots -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 15 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 9.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.00 m 4.30 m
Flash options Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1920x1080 320x240
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 567 grams (1.25 lb) 280 grams (0.62 lb)
Dimensions 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
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 life 240 shots -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model LB-060 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $599 $699