Sigma DP1s weighs
270 g (0.60 lb / 9.52 oz) and has external dimensions of
109 x 60 x 31 mm (4.29 x 2.36 x 1.22″). Considering that the average weight of Large Sensor Compact type cameras is 398g, Sigma DP1s is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 31mm, it is also quite small, 24mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
Large Sensor Compact Cameras
Thickness Comparison
Large Sensor Compact Cameras
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Sigma DP1s, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Sigma DP1s Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Sigma DP1s size with the camera that it replaced: Sigma DP1. Sigma DP1s is 4mm narrower and 19mm thinner than Sigma DP1s but they have the same height of 60mm.
Comparison image of Sigma DP1s and Sigma DP1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Sigma DP1s with its main competitors:
Sigma DP1s Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Sigma DP1s doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing page.