Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp

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.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

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).

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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.

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

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.