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Announced in 2006, the Sigma DP1 is a digital point and shoot sized camera with advanced DSLR specifications and functionality that has only recently begun shipping. Aimed at professionals, the DP1 utilizes a Foveon sensor that is used in only a few cameras in the world. Each individual pixel contains more information than on a regular camera, breaking up each colour rather than storing them as a single piece of data. Similarly low level post-processing effects such as anti-aliasing on the majority of systems make this 4.5MP sensor comparable to advanced 8-10MP models. Able to store photos in RAW format, the Sigma DP1 is able to maintaign and deliver the high level of quality produced by its internal componentry.
MSRP $999.99
Release date March, 2008
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- Weight: 250g
- Dimensions: 130 x 60 x 50mm
- Screen: 2.5inch, 230,000-pixel
- Sensor: 4.5MP Foveon
- Image format: JPEG/RAW
- Storage Media: SD/SDHC and MMC
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Sigma DP1
• Sigma DP1 14MP Digital Camera
• DP1 Black Digital Camera
UPC: 085126924997
EAN: 085126924997
MPN: DP1
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Sigma DP1 is ranked 4th among it's competitors.
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MSRP $500.00
Released November, 2008
Pros
- features an easy to hold grip
- includes RAW format support
- great build quality
Cons
- expensive
- lacks image stabilization
- no zoom
Sigma DP1
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Ricoh GR Digital II
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MSRP $499.00
Released September, 2009
Pros
- optical image stabilization
- RAW format support
- large 2.8" tilt/swivel display with respectable resolution (461k dots)
Cons
- no HD video mode
- same form factor as previous cameras in the series - slightly heavy and large
- cost
Sigma DP1
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Canon PowerShot G11
MSRP $499.99
Released October, 2008
Pros
- includes advanced manual controls for the aspiring professional/hobbyist
- quality 3" LCD display with good resolution (461k dots)
- Optical stabilisation
Cons
- Slow continuous shooting (1.3 fps)
- doesn't take video in high definition (VGA & 30fps only)
- Noise Profile At High ISOs (above 400)
Sigma DP1
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Canon PowerShot G10
MSRP --
Released September, 2008
Pros
- RAW file format support
- quality pro
accessories
- sharp and fast lens
Cons
- considerably more expensive than the last generation product
- Noisy sensor
- Virtually the same as the Panasonic LX-3
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Leica D-LUX 4
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MSRP $1,099.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- records video in 720p high definition
- interchangeable lens
- now includes a port for a high resolution electronic viewfider or external microphone adapter
Cons
- very similar to the E-P1
- does little to address the issues found with the E-P1
- low resolution 3" display (280k dots)
Sigma DP1
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Olympus E-P2
MSRP $2,200.00
Releases January, 2010
Pros
- DNG RAW format support
- compact
- large 12MP sensor
Cons
- extremely high cost
- older styling is not for everyone
- fixed lens
Sigma DP1
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Leica X1
MSRP $499.95
Released September, 2008
Pros
- Intelligent Auto mode
- f2.0 - Good low light performance
- attractive professional aesthetic
Cons
- Accessory availability
- 2.5x optical zoom
- expensive for the majority of consumers
Sigma DP1
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3
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