Sigma DP1s vs Sigma DP1x

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sigma DP1s and the Sigma DP1x, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sigma DP1s was introduced in October 2009 and Sigma DP1x was introduced in February 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sigma DP1s Highlights

      • 14.06 MP APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor
      • 100 - 800 Native ISO
      • 2.50" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • Built-in Flash

      Sigma DP1x Highlights

      • 14.06 MP APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 2.50" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 320 x 240 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sigma DP1s
      4. Advantage of Sigma DP1x
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x.

      PROS

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz)

      CONS

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.06 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.06 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Video Resolution - 320 x 240
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

      Advantage of Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1s
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma DP1s over Sigma DP1x.

      Sigma DP1s vs Sigma DP1x
      Spot Metering vs

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      Sigma DP1
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      APS-C

      5 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm X-M1
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Advantage of Sigma DP1x

      Sigma DP1x
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sigma DP1x over Sigma DP1s.

      Sigma DP1s vs Sigma DP1x
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Native ISO 800 vs 3,200
      Average Metering vs
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo
      Lighter 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) vs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz)

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      Sony a7R IV
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      Full Frame

      61.0 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Fujifilm S1600
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Sony a7S III
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      Full Frame

      12.1 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sigma DP1s Sigma DP1x
        High Native ISO8003,200
        Live View Autofocus
        Built-in Flash
        Light270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Sigma DP1s Sigma DP1x
        Low Resolution Sensor14.06 Megapixel14.06 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x have 2.50" Fixed screens with 230k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      Sigma DP1s features a 14.06 megapixel APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) sensor with dimensions of 20.7 x 13.8 mm and a total area of 285.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 800. Sigma DP1x features a 14.06 megapixel APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) sensor with dimensions of 20.7 x 13.8 mm and a total area of 190.4 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

      Photography Features

      Sigma DP1s can take pictures up to 2640 x 1760 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Sigma DP1x is equipped with TRUE II processor and can take pictures up to 2640 x 1760 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 1776 x 1184, 1296 x 864 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Sigma DP1x

      Sigma DP1x has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/MMC card card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sigma DP1s, and up to 1/4000 sec on Sigma DP1x.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount..

      Physical Parameters

      Sigma DP1s body has dimensions of 109 x 60 x 31 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 1.22") and Sigma DP1x body has dimensions of 113 x 60 x 50 mm (4.45 x 2.36 x 1.97"). Sigma DP1s weighs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) and Sigma DP1x weighs 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz).

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

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      Size comparisons of Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x

      Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      BAD
      36
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      BAD
      37
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      BAD
      38
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      BAD
      38
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      GOOD
      71
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      GOOD
      71
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot

      Street Photography

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      GOOD
      81
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)
      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 320 x 240
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1x and give them scores of 49 and 52 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
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      Sensor

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.06 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.06 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

      Video

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      BAD
      1
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 320 x 240

      Focusing

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      POOR
      48
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      48
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.50"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      52
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sigma DP1s

      Sigma DP1x

      POOR
      53
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz)
      POOR
      53
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 250 g (0.55 lb / 8.82 oz)


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