Sigma DP1x Compact Camera
The Sigma DP1x is a 14MP APS-C compact camera — with 480p video. Used copies start from $999 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Sigma DP1x Compact Camera
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Camera Overview — Sigma DP1x
Key Features — Sigma DP1x
Foveon APS-C Sensor: Unusually large sensor format for a compact camera, using Foveon's three-layer pixel capture for image quality well beyond typical point-and-shoots.
TRUE II Image Processor: Sigma's dedicated processor handles the complex data output of the Foveon sensor for accurate color and detail rendering.
RAW File Support: Captures images in RAW format alongside JPEG, giving photographers full control over post-processing and color interpretation.
Fixed Wide-Angle Lens: Paired with a fixed 28mm equivalent f/4 lens, making it well-suited to street, landscape, and architectural photography.
ISO 100–800 Range: Conservative sensitivity range oriented toward shooting in well-lit conditions where the sensor can deliver its cleanest output.
Compact Build: With a 113 x 60 x 50mm footprint, the DP1x is portable enough for everyday carry.
Camera Specifications — Sigma DP1x
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | APS-C |
| Resolution | 14MP |
| Processor | TRUE II |
| ISO Range | 100 – 800 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2640x1760 |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Display | 2.5 inch LCD |
| Storage Media | SD, SDHC |
Description — Sigma DP1x
The Sigma DP1x is a point-and-shoot compact camera centered on a 14MP APS-C sensor processed by Sigma's TRUE II image processor. It captures stills in both RAW and JPEG formats, offering photographers real flexibility when it comes to post-processing. The ISO range spans 100 to 800, and autofocus is managed by a contrast detection system.
The camera's 2.5-inch LCD display handles composition and image review duties. Physically, the DP1x has a metal and plastic body weighing 250g, with dimensions of 113 x 60 x 50/51 mm, making it genuinely portable. Storage is handled via SD and SDHC cards, and the camera connects to a computer over USB.
There is no image stabilization of any form, no Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and maximum video output is 480p. For photographers who want an APS-C sensor in a compact, carry-anywhere body and are primarily focused on still image quality, the DP1x offers a distinctive option in the point-and-shoot segment.
Pros — Sigma DP1x
- ✓Large APS-C sensor (14MP) in a compact point-and-shoot body
- ✓TRUE II image processor for on-camera processing
- ✓RAW file support alongside JPEG for full post-processing control
Cons — Sigma DP1x
- ✗ISO tops out at 800, limiting performance in low-light situations
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — inBody IS, digital IS, or otherwise
- ✗Video capability limited to 480p with no listed frame rates or color profiles
Videos — Sigma DP1x
Sigma DP1 user review — Carl Rytterfalk
















