Sigma DP1 - Expert Reviews

Review summary: Sigma DP1 Review - Ian Andrews is one of the first to get his hands on the new DP1 digital compact from lens makers, Sigma.

Pros: Simple, practical design and operation., Outstanding image quality for a compact camera., Robust build quality., Useful optional extras.

Cons: Single focal length., The lens cap., Price.

Verdict: The Sigma DP1 is certainly a specialist item designed for those to whom image quality is their key requirement. It's aimed at the professional and advanced amateur image-makers who want the quality it can provide in a pocket-sized bundle. The camera ...

Review summary: Sigma has taken a bold step in producing the DP1. Even when things proved difficult, the company soldiered on and produced a compact that people will look back on in years to come as being highly significant turning point in compact camera design.

Review summary: The Sigma DP1 is a new type of digital camera that has a 20.7mm x 13.8mm image sensor that captures 14 megapixels of information (2652-1768-3 layers). This unique new setup can reproduce high definition images rich in gradation and impressive three ...

Verdict: It is possible to record images in RAW or the widely used JPEG in four resolution modes. It offers five Exposure modes and three Metering modes as well as being equipped with a built-in flash with the Guide Number of 6, hot shoe, neck strap and 2.5 ...