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Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II

Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37
Sigma DP1x front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II front
Portability
78
Imaging
76
Features
65
Overall
71

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Key Specs

Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 28mm (F4.0) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Older Model is Sigma DP1s
Sony RX1R II
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 50 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
  • Revealed October 2015
  • Earlier Model is Sony RX1R
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Sigma DP1x versus Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was manufactured 6 years earlier than the RX1R II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the DP1x grades vs the RX1R II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sony RX1R II

 DP1x RX1R II 

Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Sigma DP1x

 RX1R II DP1x 
RevealedOctober 2015February 2010More recent by 68 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1229k230kCrisper display (+999k dot)

Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sony RX1R II

 DP1x RX1R II 
Manual focus Very precise focusing
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x offers external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony RX1R II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1x versus Sony RX1R II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP1x against the RX1R II.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and RX1R II is 88 and 78 respectively.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1x and RX1R II.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP1x because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX1R II will provide more detail due to its extra 37MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older DP1x will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1x Portrait photography highlights
Sony RX1R II Portrait photography highlights
56
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
85
has manual focus
above average flash sync (1/4,000 seconds)
fantastic sensor resolution (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma DP1x
Street photography with Sony RX1R II
68
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than others (250 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
73
tilting screen
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
above average high ISO (25,600)
no image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (507g)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1x Sports photography factors
Sony RX1R II Sports photography factors
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
63
fantastic sensor resolution (42 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect auto focus
fixed focal length (35mm)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low battery (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1x Travel photography highlights
Sony RX1R II Travel photography highlights
57
lighter than others (250 grams)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
59
fantastic sensor resolution (42 megapixels)
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery (220 shots)
heavier than competition in class (507g)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1x Landscape photography features
Sony RX1R II Landscape photography features
41
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
no Time Lapse function
68
has manual focus
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
fantastic sensor resolution (42MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
no image stabilization
low battery (220 shots)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma DP1x
Vlogging with Sony RX1R II
25
lighter than others (250g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (320 x 240 pixels)
no mic support
34
fast maximum aperture (f2.0)
features face detection focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external mic socket
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (507 grams)
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1x and Sony RX1R II
 Sigma DP1xSony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
General Information
Company Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP1x Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-02-20 2015-10-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip True II BIONZ X
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixel 42 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 2640 x 1760 7952 x 5304
Maximum native ISO 3200 25600
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 100 50
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 25
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 35mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0 f/2.0
Macro focusing distance - 14cm
Focal length multiplier 1.7 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen diagonal 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 1,229 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.74x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash settings - Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/4000s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 320 x 240 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p)
Maximum video resolution 320x240 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 250 gr (0.55 lb) 507 gr (1.12 lb)
Physical dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 97
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 25.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.9
DXO Low light rating not tested 3204
Other
Battery life - 220 photos
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2,5, 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots One One
Launch cost $574 $3,300