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Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1

Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39
Sigma DP2x front
 
Zeiss ZX1 front
Portability
67
Imaging
79
Features
62
Overall
72

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs

Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Replaced the Sigma DP2s
Zeiss ZX1
(Full Review)
  • 37MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 51200
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 35mm (F2-22) lens
  • 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
  • Introduced September 2018
Photography Glossary

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Sigma and Zeiss. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) offer different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was launched 8 years earlier than the ZX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the DP2x matches up against the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Zeiss ZX1

 DP2x ZX1 

Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sigma DP2x

 ZX1 DP2x 
IntroducedSeptember 2018February 2011Newer by 92 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions4.34"2.5"Larger display (+1.84")
Display resolution2765k230kClearer display (+2535k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Zeiss ZX1

 DP2x ZX1 
Focus manually More accurate focusing
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x enjoys outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the DP2x and the ZX1.

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and ZX1 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and ZX1.

All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 32 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2x Portrait photography features
Zeiss ZX1 Portrait photography features
57
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low resolution (5MP)
87
focusing manually
fantastic megapixels (37MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP2x Street photography info
Zeiss ZX1 Street photography info
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than others (280 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
71
fully articulated screen
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
includes focus by touch
very good high ISO (51,200)
no image stabilization
heavier than average in class (800 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP2x
Sports photography with Zeiss ZX1
30
decent sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (5MP)
has no phase detect auto focus
64
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
fantastic megapixels (37 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (35mm)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP2x Travel photography info
Zeiss ZX1 Travel photography info
67
lighter than others (280 grams)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
low resolution (5 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
65
supports bluetooth
includes focus by touch
fantastic megapixels (37 megapixels)
very good maximum aperture (f2)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (800g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP2x Landscape photography advice
Zeiss ZX1 Landscape photography advice
48
focusing manually
very good maximum aperture (f)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (5 megapixels)
70
focusing manually
very good maximum aperture (f2)
big screen (4.34 inches)
fantastic megapixels (37MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
very good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP2x Vlogging details
Zeiss ZX1 Vlogging details
28
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than others (280 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 resolution)
does not have mic port
31
very good maximum aperture (f2)
touch screen
offers face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
does not have external mic port
heavier than average in class (800 grams)
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Sigma DP2x vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2x and Zeiss ZX1
 Sigma DP2xZeiss ZX1
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Zeiss
Model type Sigma DP2x Zeiss ZX1
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2011-02-08 2018-09-27
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip True II -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 37 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 2640 x 1760 7488 x 4992
Highest native ISO 3200 51200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 255
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) 35mm (1x)
Maximal aperture - f/2-22
Crop factor 1.7 1
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 2.5 inch 4.34 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 2,765 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 6,221 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.30 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 320 x 240 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 320x240 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 280 gr (0.62 pounds) 800 gr (1.76 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC 512GB internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $699 -