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Sigma DP2x Review

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    Main Features

    • 5MP - APS-C CMOS (Foveon X3) Sensor
    • ISO 100 - 3200
    • 41 mm f Prime Lens
    • 2.5" Fixed Type Screen
    • 3 fps continuous shooting
    • - 320 x 240 video
    • 280g. 113 x 60 x 56 mm
    • Replaced Sigma DP2s
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    Sigma DP2x Overview

    First introduced in February 2011 , Sigma DP2x is a 5.0MP Large Sensor Compact camera with a APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm ) sized CMOS (Foveon X3) sensor and 41 mm lens. Sigma replaced the older DP2s with this model. Follow the link to read our detailed comparison of these models:
    Compare Sigma DP2x vs Sigma DP2s

    Sigma DP2x Review - Click for Table of Contents

    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Sensor and Photography Features
    4. Physical Specs
    5. LCD and Viewfinder
    6. Connectivity, Storage and Battery
    7. Other Features
    8. Lens
    9. Photography Type Scores
    10. Alternatives
    11. Popular Comparisons
    12. Frequently Asked Questions
    13. Detailed Specifications

    Sigma DP2x has an Overall Score of 42/100 and ranked #52 out of 61 in Large Sensor Compact cameras (Top 10 Compact), and ranked #690 out of 1223 in all Cameras (Top 10 Overall).

    Main Scores
    Imaging
    Features
    Value for Money
    Portability
    Overall Score
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    Sigma DP2x Physical Specs
    Sigma DP2x weighs 280 g (0.62 lb / 9.88 oz) and has external dimensions of 113 x 60 x 56 mm (4.45 x 2.36 x 2.2″). Considering that the average weight of Large Sensor Compact type cameras is 401g, Sigma DP2x is a remarkably light camera for its class. With a thickness of 56mm, it has an average thickness for its class.
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    Here is the front and top view image of Sigma DP2x with the dimensions:

    Sigma DP2x Body Size Dimensions
    Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Sigma DP2x Camera Body

    In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Sigma DP2x, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.


    Sigma DP2x Body Size Compared to a Credit card and a Battery
    Physical size of the Sigma DP2x Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery

    Now let's compare Sigma DP2x size with the camera that it replaced: Sigma DP2s. As depicted on the comparison image, and have the exact same height, width and thickness.


    Sigma DP2x vs Sigma DP2s Camera Size Comparison - Front View
    Comparison image of Sigma DP2x and Sigma DP2s Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

    Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Sigma DP2x with its main competitors:

    Sigma DP2x Size Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Weight vs DP2x Thickness vs DP2x
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2s
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    280g equal weight 56mm equal thickness
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2 Merrill
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    330g 50g heavier 59mm 3mm thicker
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2
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    280g equal weight 56mm equal thickness
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP1x
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    250g 30g lighter 50mm 6mm thinner
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2 Quattro
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    395g 115g heavier 82mm 26mm thicker
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP1
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    270g 10g lighter 50mm 6mm thinner
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sony ZV-1
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    294g 14g heavier 44mm 12mm thinner
    Sigma DP2x Camera Canon D20
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    228g 52g lighter 28mm 28mm thinner

    Weather Sealing

    Sigma DP2x 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.

    Sigma DP2x Sensor and Photography Features

    Sigma DP2x has a 5.0MP APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm ) sized CMOS (Foveon X3) sensor and features True II processor. You can shoot at maximum resolution of 2640 x 1760 pixels with aspect ratios of 3:2 and 16:9. DP2x has a native ISO range of 100 - 3200 and it can save files in RAW format which gives you a wider room for post processing.

    Sigma DP2x is not the highest resolution APS-C camera. Canon M6 MII with its 33.0MP sensor is leading in this class. Check the comparison of Sigma DP2x vs Canon M6 MII or take a look at Highest resolution Compact cameras list.

    Let's look at how the size of the Sigma DP2x's APS-C sensor compares with other standard sensor sizes.

    Sigma DP2x Sensor Size Comparison
    Comparison image of Sigma DP2x Sensor Size with other standard sensors

    Sigma DP2x Lens

    Sigma DP2x features a 41 mm Prime lens. This prime lens makes DP2x a specialized camera. You compromise the flexibility of a zoom in order to enjoy the high image quality and unique rendering of this fast lens.

    Wide Coverage

    Large Sensor Compact Cameras

    DP2x
    Widest - Canon G1 X II
    Average
    Telezoom

    Large Sensor Compact Cameras

    DP2x
    Longest - Panasonic ZS200
    Average

    Max Aperture at Wide

    Large Sensor Compact Cameras

    DP2x
    Fastest - Panasonic LX10
    Average
    Max Aperture at Tele

    Large Sensor Compact Cameras

    DP2x
    Fastest - Leica Q
    Average

    Sigma DP2x's lens also has a Manual Focus Mode.



    Sigma DP2x LCD

    Sigma DP2x has a Fixed Type 2.5" LCD screen with a resolution of 230k dots. At only 2.5", the screen is on the smaller side and 230kdot resolution is lower than most of the recent models in this class.



    Sigma DP2x back view and LCD

    DP2x doesn't have a viewfinder and no option for external viewfinder. Lack of a viewfinder can be problematic especially under strong light where visibility of LCD screens goes down dramatically. If you need a Large Sensor Compact camera with a built-in viewfinder in a similar price range, consider Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 (Lumix DMC-TZ100) (Compare) or (Compare).
    If the price is not an issue, take a look at our Top Rated Cameras with Viewfinders.

    Sigma DP2x Connectivity, Storage and Battery

    Sigma DP2x has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) port to connect your camera to other devices.

    Sigma DP2x Features Compared to Main Competitors
    Model Max Video Battery Life Wi-fi Bluetooth NFC
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2s
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    320 x 240 shots No No No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2 Merrill
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    640 x 480 shots No No No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2
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    320 x 240 shots No No No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP1x
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    320 x 240 shots No No No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP2 Quattro
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    None shots No No No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sigma DP1
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    None shots No No No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Sony ZV-1
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    3840 x 2160 260shots Yes Yes No
    Sigma DP2x Camera Canon D20
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    1920 x 1080 shots No No No

    Sigma DP2x Other Features

    Max Shutter speed

    Sigma DP2x can shoot continuously at max speed of 3 fps and has max shutter speed of 1/2000 sec.

    Flash

    DP2x has a built-in flash, and it also has a flash shoe to mount your external flashes too.

    Focusing

    Sigma DP2x features a Contrast Detection autofocusing system.

    Sigma DP2x PROs and CONs Review

    Now let's get in to more details of our Sigma DP2x review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor cameras in its class.

    PROs
    External Flash Shoe
    RAW Shooting
    280g Light Body
    Manual Focusing
    Manual Exposure
    Timelapse Recording
    Fast Lens at Wide
    Fast Lens at Tele
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    CONs
    No Wireless Connection
    No Image Stabilization
    No Articulating Screen
    No Full HD Video
    No Touch Screen
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No Face Detection Focusing
    Low Resolution Sensor: 5.0MP
    Max Sensitivity only ISO 3.200
    Only Unknown Focus Points
    Small LCD Screen ( 2.5")
    Low Screen Resolution ( 230kdots )
    Slow Continuous Shooting: 3.0fps
    No Environmental Sealing
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    What type of Photography is Sigma DP2x Good for?
    In this section, we review and score Sigma DP2x in 5 different photography areas.

    Sigma DP2x for Portrait Photography

    Sigma DP2x has a score of 38 for Portrait Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Portrait We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Portrait Photography list and consider these alternatives over theDP2x.
    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 of how we scored Sigma DP2x for Portrait Photography

    Sigma DP2x for Street Photography

    Sigma DP2x has a score of 48 for Street Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Street is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Street Photography list.
    Manual Focus Mode
    Live-view
    Fast Lens at Wide: f
    RAW shooting capability
    Small Body
    Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No Image Stabilization
    41 mm - Poor Wide Angle Coverage

    Read the details of how we scored Sigma DP2x for Street Photography

    Sigma DP2x for Sports Photography

    Sigma DP2x has a score of 32 for Sports Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Sports We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Sports Photography list and consider these alternatives over theDP2x.
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Manual Focus Mode
    External Flash Shoe
    RAW shooting capability
    Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
    Slow Continuous Shooting: 3.0fps
    Environmental Sealings
    Unknown Focus Points
    Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
    No Built-in Viewfinder
    No Image Stabilization
    41 mm Tele Lens

    Read the details of how we scored Sigma DP2x for Sports Photography

    Sigma DP2x for Daily Photography

    Sigma DP2x has a score of 57 for Daily Photography which makes it an AVERAGE candidate for this type of photography. If Daily is important for you, we recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Daily Photography list.
    Compact Body
    280g
    Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
    RAW shooting capability
    Body Thickness 56mm

    Read the details of how we scored Sigma DP2x for Daily Photography

    Sigma DP2x for Landscape Photography

    Sigma DP2x has a score of 28 for Landscape Photography which makes it a POOR candidate for this type of photography. If Landscape We strongly recommend you to check our Top Compact Cameras for Landscape Photography list and consider these alternatives over theDP2x.
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Manual Focus Mode
    RAW shooting capability
    Large APS-C (20.7 x 13.8 mm) sensor
    41 mm - Poor Wide Angle Coverage
    Very Low Resolution Sensor: 5.0MP
    No Environmental Sealings

    Read the details of how we scored Sigma DP2x for Landscape Photography
    Sigma DP2x Alternatives
    In this section, we analyse how Sigma DP2x compares with other Large Sensor Compact cameras within a similar price range.
    Read a more detailed analysis of Sigma DP2x alternatives.

    Popular Comparisons of Sigma DP2x

    Here is the eight most popular comparisons of Sigma DP2x amongst Camera Decision readers.

    Sigma DP2s
    Sigma DP2s
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    Sigma DP2 Merrill
    Sigma DP2 Merrill
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    Sigma DP2
    Sigma DP2
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    Sigma DP1x
    Sigma DP1x
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    Sigma DP2 Quattro
    Sigma DP2 Quattro
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    Sigma DP1
    Sigma DP1
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    Sony ZV-1
    Sony ZV-1
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    Canon D20
    Canon D20
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    Sigma DP2x Alternatives in Cameras

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Sigma DP2x
    Does the Sigma DP2x have Image Stabilization?
    Does the Sigma DP2x have RAW support?
    Does the Sigma DP2x have Weather Sealing?
    Does the Sigma DP2x have built-in GPS?
    What is the Max ISO of Sigma DP2x?
    What is the Sensor Size of Sigma DP2x?
    is the Sigma DP2x a Full Frame (FF) camera?
    Does the Sigma DP2x have Touch Screen?
    Does the Sigma DP2x have built-in Wireless?
    What is the Max Continuous Shooting Speed (fps) of Sigma DP2x?
    What is the Weight of Sigma DP2x?
    What are the Dimensions of Sigma DP2x?
    Sigma DP2x Detailed Specifications

    General
    Brand Sigma
    Model Sigma DP2x
    Announced 2011-02-08
    Body Type Large sensor compact
    Lens
    Manual Focus
    Lens Mount fixed lens
    Lens Focal Range 41 mm (1×)
    Max Aperture
    Macro Focus Range n/a
    Screen
    Screen Type Fixed Type
    Screen Size 2.5"
    Screen Resolution 230k dots
    Live View
    Touch Screen
    Viewfinder
    Viewfinder None
    Viewfinder Resolution no electronic viewfinder
    Viewfinder Coverage n/a
    Viewfinder Magnification n/a
    Photography Features
    Min Shutter Speed 15s
    Max Mechanical Shutter Speed 1/2000s
    Continuous Shooting 3.0 fps
    Shutter Priority
    Aperture Priority
    Manual Exposure Mode
    Exposure Compensation Yes
    Custom White Balance
    Image Stabilization
    Built-in Flash
    Flash Range 4.30 m
    Flash Modes Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
    External Flash
    AE Bracketing
    WB Bracketing
    Exposure Modes
    Multi-Segment
    Average
    Spot
    Partial
    AF-Area
    Center Weighted
    DxO Sensor Scores
    DxO Overall Score not tested
    DxO Color Depth not tested
    DxO Dynamic Range not tested
    DxO Low Light ISO not tested
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    Sensor
    Sensor Type CMOS (Foveon X3)
    Sensor Size APS-C
    Sensor Dimensions 20.7 x 13.8 mm
    Sensor Area 285.66mm2
    Sensor Resolution 5 megapixels
    Max Image Resolution 2640 x 1760
    Max Native ISO 3,200
    Min Native ISO 100
    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 Unknown
    Number of Cross Focus Points 0
    Video Features
    Video Resolutions 320 x 240
    Max Video Resolution 320 x 240
    Video Formats Motion JPEG
    Microphone Port
    Headphone Port
    Connectivity
    Wireless Connectivity None
    HDMI
    USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
    Physical
    Environmental Sealing
    Water Proof
    Dust Proof
    Shock Proof
    Crush Proof
    Freeze Proof
    Weight 280g
    Physical Dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm
    Other Features
    Self Timer Yes (2 or 10 sec)
    Timelapse Recording
    GPS None
    Storage Type SD/SDHC/MMC
    Storage Slots 1


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