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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s Comparison

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5 MP | APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor

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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the DP1 and the DP1s, two Large Sensor Compact cameras by Sigma. Sigma DP1 was introduced to the market in May 2008 and Sigma DP1s was launched in October 2009. There is 16 months difference between DP1 and DP1s so we don't expect to see a huge technology difference between these two cameras but it would still give an advantage to younger DP1s, especially in sensor tech.

Here is a brief look at the main features of the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Sigma DP1 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2008-05-19
  • 5MP - APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 28 mm f Prime Lens
  • 2.50" Fixed Type Screen
  • fps continuous shooting
  • No Video Mode
  • 270g. 113 x 60 x 50 mm

Sigma DP1s Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2009-10-02
  • 5MP - APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • 28 mm f Prime Lens
  • 2.50" Fixed Type Screen
  • fps continuous shooting
  • No Video Mode
  • 270g. 109 x 60 x 31 mm
  • Replaced Sigma DP1 Compare

Sigma DP1s was replaced by Sigma DP1x. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Sigma DP1x vs Sigma DP1s
Sigma DP1x vs Sigma DP1

Let's read on in the following sections in order to better understand in detail how the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.


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Reasons to choose Sigma DP1 over Sigma DP1s
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Reasons to choose Sigma DP1s over Sigma DP1
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Common Strengths of Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s
Built-in Flash
Yes vs Yes Useful in low-light
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs Yes Better for flash photography
RAW Support
Yes vs Yes Better image quality
Manual Focusing
Yes vs Yes both have manual focusing modes
Manual Exposure
Yes vs Yes better exposure control
Max Aperture - Wide
vs Fast lenses at wide
Max Aperture - Tele
vs Fast lenses at tele
Common Weaknesses of Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s
In-body Image Stabilization
No vs No No Built-in stabilization
Fixed Screen
Fixed Type vs No Screen tilts or Flips out independently, perfect for both stills and video
Viewfinder
None vs None No eye-level shooting option
Max Resolution
5 MP vs 5 MP Less details and smaller prints
LCD Screen Size
2.50" vs 2.50" Small display
LCD Screen Resolution
230k dots vs 230k dots Low resolution screens
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
Focal Length - Tele
28mm vs 28mm No Tele reach
AE Bracketing
No vs No Not good for multi-exposure HDR
Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s: Physical Specs and Body Features Comparison

Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sigma DP1 has external dimensions of 113 x 60 x 50 mm (4.45 x 2.36 x 1.97″) and weighs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) (including batteries). Sigma DP1s has external dimensions of 109 x 60 x 31 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 1.22″) and weighs 270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sigma DP1 and the Sigma DP1s. Sigma DP1 has the same height with Sigma DP1s. On the other hand, with a width of 113mm, it is 4 wider and also with a thickness of 50mm, it is 19mm thicker than Sigma DP1s.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of the Sigma DP1 and the Sigma DP1s Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of the Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of the Sigma DP1 and the Sigma DP1s Size and Weight - Back View

Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s have exactly the same weight of 270g.

Weight Comparison

Compact Cameras

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Max
Thickness Comparison

Compact Cameras

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Average
Max

Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither the Sigma DP1 nor Sigma DP1s provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 2.50 inches.

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.


Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s: Sensor Comparison

Both Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s have APS-C sized 5.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the DP1 and DP1s sensor size comparison.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s Cameras


Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s Lens Specs Comparison

Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s features 28 mm Prime lenses so they have the same focal reach and light collecting ability.

Both cameras have a wide angle coverage of 28mm and have the same max aperture of f at this focal length. Both cameras have a tele angle reach of 28mm and have the same max aperture of f at this focal length.

Wide Coverage

Large Sensor Compact Cameras

DP1
DP1s
Widest - Sony ZV-1 II
Average
Telezoom

Large Sensor Compact Cameras

DP1
DP1s
Longest - Panasonic ZS200
Average
Max Aperture at Tele

Large Sensor Compact Cameras

DP1
DP1s
Fastest - Leica X (Typ 113)
Average
Max Aperture at Wide

Large Sensor Compact Cameras

DP1
DP1s
Fastest - Panasonic LX10
Average
What types of Photography are Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Sigma DP1 for Portrait Photography

POOR

Sigma DP1s for Portrait Photography

POOR
Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Very Low Resolution Sensor: 5.0MP
No Image Stabilization
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Very Low Resolution Sensor: 5.0MP
No Image Stabilization
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Read the details

Sigma DP1 for Street Photography

AVERAGE

Sigma DP1s for Street Photography

AVERAGE
Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Fast Lens at Wide: f
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
No Image Stabilization
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Fast Lens at Wide: f
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
No Image Stabilization
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Sigma DP1 for Sports Photography

POOR

Sigma DP1s for Sports Photography

POOR
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
No Image Stabilization
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
28 mm Tele Lens
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RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
No Image Stabilization
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
28 mm Tele Lens
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Sigma DP1 for Daily Photography

AVERAGE

Sigma DP1s for Daily Photography

AVERAGE
Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
Compact Body
270g
Body Thickness 50mm
Read the details
Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
Compact Body
270g
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Sigma DP1 for Landscape Photography

POOR

Sigma DP1s for Landscape Photography

POOR
Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Very Low Resolution Sensor: 5.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details
Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
28 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Very Low Resolution Sensor: 5.0MP
No Environmental Sealings
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Sigma DP1 vs Sigma DP1s: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far, but in case you wonder how we rated Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 69 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Sigma DP1 and Sigma DP1s scores compare:

Sigma DP1
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #60 out of 64 in Large sensor compact cameras
Ranked #745 out of 1268 in all Cameras
Sigma DP1s
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #59 out of 64 in Large sensor compact cameras
Ranked #740 out of 1268 in all Cameras

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Sigma DP1s vs Sigma DP1 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sigma DP1 Sigma DP1s
Brand Sigma Sigma
Announced 2008-05-19 2009-10-02
Body Type Large sensor compact Large sensor compact
Sensor
Type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Size APS-C APS-C
Dimensions 20.7 x 13.8 mm 20.7 x 13.8 mm
Area 285.66mm2 285.66mm2
Megapixels 5 megapixels 5 megapixels
Max Resolution 2640 x 1760 2640 x 1760
Max Native Light sensitivity 800 ISO 800 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 100 ISO 100 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points n/a n/a
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 28 mm (1×) 28 mm (1×)
Screen
Type Fixed type Fixed type
Size 2.50" 2.50"
Resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder None None
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/4000s 1/4000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Built-in Image Stabilization No No
Built-in Flash
External Flash
Multi-Segment Metering
Average Metering
Spot Metering
Partial Metering
AF-Area Metering
Center Weighted Metering
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution None None
Video Formats n/a Motion JPEG
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity None None
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 270g 270g
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm 109 x 60 x 31mm
Battery Life n/a n/a
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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