Sigma DP1 vs Sigma SD1

Below, we are contrasting the Sigma DP1 versus Sigma SD1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both are designed by Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and SD1 (15MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP1 was unveiled 3 years prior to the SD1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the DP1 scores vs the SD1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 offers outer 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 SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1 versus Sigma SD1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the DP1 versus the SD1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and SD1 is 87 and 77 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1 and SD1.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sigma SD1 to render more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.