Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x
68 Imaging
44 Features
36 Overall
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88 Imaging
44 Features
27 Overall
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched January 2006
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Older Model is Sigma DP1s

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the GX-1S (6MP) and the DP1x (5MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The GX-1S was revealed 5 years before the DP1x and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the GX-1S scores against the DP1x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1S & Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sigma DP1x
GX-1S | DP1x |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Samsung GX-1S
DP1x | GX-1S | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2006 | Fresher by 49 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sigma DP1x
GX-1S | DP1x | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S offers outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1S compared to the DP1x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1S and DP1x is 68 and 88 respectively.

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1S and DP1x.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung GX-1S to offer you greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung GX-1S | Sigma DP1x |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2006-01-16 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | - | f/4.0 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 210 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $850 | $574 |