Sigma DP1x vs Sigma fp L

Its time to look more in depth at the Sigma DP1x and Sigma fp L, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are offered by Sigma. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and fp L (61MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1x was released 12 years earlier than the fp L which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP1x grades against the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1x comes with external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1x and Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the DP1x vs the fp L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and fp L is 88 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and fp L.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp L will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 56MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.