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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x

Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37
Sigma DP1 front
 
Sigma DP1x front
Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs

Sigma DP1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Announced May 2008
  • Newer Model is Sigma DP1s
Sigma DP1x
(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
  • Previous Model is Sigma DP1s
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Overview

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Sigma DP1 versus Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Sigma. The image resolution of the DP1 (5MP) and the DP1x (5MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP1 was announced 21 months prior to the DP1x which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the DP1 grades against the DP1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sigma DP1x

 DP1 DP1x 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sigma DP1

 DP1x DP1 
LaunchedFebruary 2010May 2008Newer by 21 months

Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1x

 DP1 DP1x 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the DP1 vs the DP1x.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and DP1x is 87 and 88 respectively.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and DP1x.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged DP1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1 Portrait photography advice
Sigma DP1x Portrait photography advice
55
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
low resolution sensor (5MP)
56
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1 Street photography info
Sigma DP1x Street photography info
64
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than others (270 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition in class (250g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP1
Sports photography with Sigma DP1x
31
sensor size is good (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
does not have phase detect auto focus
32
decent sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1 Travel photography details
Sigma DP1x Travel photography details
63
lighter than others (270 grams)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
57
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f4.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1 Landscape photography features
Sigma DP1x Landscape photography features
44
has manual focus
very good max aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
screen is small (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5MP)
low maximum ISO (800)
no Timelapse mode
41
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1 Vlogging highlights
Sigma DP1x Vlogging highlights
9
no video
25
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 pxls)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1x
 Sigma DP1Sigma DP1x
General Information
Brand Sigma Sigma
Model Sigma DP1 Sigma DP1x
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2008-05-19 2010-02-20
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - True II
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 2640 x 1760 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) 28mm (1x)
Maximum aperture - f/4.0
Focal length multiplier 1.7 1.7
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution None 320x240
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 270 grams (0.60 pounds) 250 grams (0.55 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC card SD/MMC card
Storage slots One One
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