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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2

Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37
Sigma DP1 front
 
Sigma DP2 front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 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
  • Revealed May 2008
  • Successor is Sigma DP1s
Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Revealed September 2009
  • Replacement is Sigma DP2s
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Sigma DP1 versus Sigma DP2, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Sigma. The resolution of the DP1 (5MP) and the DP2 (5MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1 was manufactured 16 months earlier than the DP2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the DP1 grades against the DP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sigma DP2

 DP1 DP2 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Sigma DP1

 DP2 DP1 
RevealedSeptember 2009May 2008Fresher by 16 months

Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP2

 DP1 DP2 
Focus manually More exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.5"2.5"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1 provides external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the DP1 against the DP2.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and DP2 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1 and DP2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images however you would want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older DP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma DP1
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2
55
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
low megapixels (5MP)
56
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1 as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2 as a Street photography camera
64
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than competitors in class (270 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
maximum ISO low (800)
67
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (280g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP1
Sports photography with Sigma DP2
31
sensor size is good (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect autofocus
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1 Travel photography features
Sigma DP2 Travel photography features
63
lighter than competitors in class (270g)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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

Sigma DP1 Landscape photography information
Sigma DP2 Landscape photography information
44
manual focus
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5MP)
maximum ISO low (800)
does not have Time Lapse recording
48
you can focus manually
great maximum aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1 Vlogging details
Sigma DP2 Vlogging details
9
can't shoot video
28
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition in class (280g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pxls)
doesn't have mic support
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP2
 Sigma DP1Sigma DP2
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sigma
Model Sigma DP1 Sigma DP2
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2008-05-19 2009-09-21
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 5MP 5MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 2640 x 1760 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 800 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) 41mm (1x)
Focal length multiplier 1.7 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.30 m
Flash options - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 320x240
Video format - Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 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 270 gr (0.60 pounds) 280 gr (0.62 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 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
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/MMC card
Card slots One One
Launch cost $566 $649