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Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp

Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37
Sigma DP1x front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Key Specs

Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 28mm (F4.0) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Old Model is Sigma DP1s
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Introduced July 2019
  • New Model is Sigma fp L
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Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Overview

Below is a extensive assessment of the Sigma DP1x versus Sigma fp, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and fp (25MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was launched 10 years before the fp and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the DP1x scores vs the fp with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sigma fp

 DP1x fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Sigma DP1x

 fp DP1x 
IntroducedJuly 2019February 2010More recent by 114 months
Screen dimensions3.2"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution2100k230kSharper screen (+1870k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sigma fp

 DP1x fp 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1x enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1x versus Sigma fp in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1x compared to the fp.

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and fp is 88 and 84 respectively.

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and fp.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP1x due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older DP1x is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma DP1x
Portrait photography with Sigma fp
56
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low MP (5 megapixels)
85
focusing manually
megapixel count fantastic (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1x as a Street photography camera
Sigma fp as a Street photography camera
68
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than others in class (250 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
77
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
boasts focus via touch
environment proofing
above average ISO range (25,600)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1x as a Sports photography camera
Sigma fp as a Sports photography camera
32
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect autofocus
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
megapixel count fantastic (25 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment proofing
no image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma DP1x
Travel photography with Sigma fp
57
lighter than others in class (250 grams)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
low MP (5 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
78
environment proofing
boasts focus via touch
megapixel count fantastic (25MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sigma DP1x
Landscape photography with Sigma fp
41
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5 megapixels)
missing Timelapse function
83
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inch)
megapixel count fantastic (25 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1x Vlogging information
Sigma fp Vlogging information
25
lighter than others in class (250g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f4.0)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pxls)
missing microphone support
37
touchscreen functionality
has face detection autofocus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes external mic socket
does not posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
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Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1x and Sigma fp
 Sigma DP1xSigma fp
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sigma
Model Sigma DP1x Sigma fp
Type Large Sensor Compact Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2010-02-20 2019-07-11
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip True II -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 5MP 25MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 2640 x 1760 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 3200 25600
Max enhanced ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Minimum enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Leica L
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) -
Largest aperture f/4.0 -
Amount of lenses - 30
Focal length multiplier 1.7 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 3.2"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
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 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 320x240 3840x2160
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 250 gr (0.55 pounds) 422 gr (0.93 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
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
Battery model - BP-51
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $574 $2,050