Sigma DP1s vs Sigma DP1x

Below is a extended analysis of the Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Sigma. The image resolution of the DP1s (5MP) and the DP1x (5MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1s was introduced 4 months earlier than the DP1x and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the DP1s grades versus the DP1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1s & Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP1s Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1s comes with external measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the DP1s and the DP1x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1s and DP1x is 90 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1s and DP1x.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.