Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s
87 Imaging
43 Features
30 Overall
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86 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(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
- Renewed by Sigma DP1s
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Older Model is Sigma DP2
- Replacement is Sigma DP2x
Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s Overview
Lets look much closer at the Sigma DP1 versus Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Sigma. The image resolution of the DP1 (5MP) and the DP2s (5MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe DP1 was introduced 21 months before the DP2s which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the DP1 scores vs the DP2s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 & Sigma DP2s. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sigma DP2s
DP1 | DP2s |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sigma DP1
DP2s | DP1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | May 2008 | Fresher by 21 months |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP2s
DP1 | DP2s | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.5" | 2.5" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. 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) while the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Sigma DP1 versus Sigma DP2s in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the DP1 and the DP2s.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1 and DP2s is 87 and 86 respectively.
Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1 and DP2s.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older DP1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Sigma DP1 | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sigma |
Model | Sigma DP1 | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 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 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 |
Max resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
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 size | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | None | 320x240 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 270 gr (0.60 pounds) | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
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 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 (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $566 | $940 |