Sigma DP1s vs Sigma SD1

Let's look more in depth at the Sigma DP1s and Sigma SD1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are sold by Sigma. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1s (5MP) and SD1 (15MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1s was brought out 11 months before the SD1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the DP1s matches up vs the SD1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1s and Sigma SD1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1s Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP1s has got exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1s and Sigma SD1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the DP1s against the SD1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1s and SD1 is 90 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1s and SD1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sigma SD1 to show more detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1s will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.