Sigma DP2 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Rod Lawton

Reviewed on: 17 July 2009

Tags: Sigma, Sigma DP2, displays, face detection, pixels

We like:

Clarity of detail; solid and traditional design; good Sigma Photo Pro software

We don't like:

Expensive; not so good at high ISOs; poor LCD screen

CNET UK judgement:

The Sigma DP2 is a camera for the cognoscenti, not beginners. It's not without its downsides, but it offers a fantastic build, great design, excellent manual controls, and a level of clarity that belies its apparently modest resolution, thanks to its Foveon X3 sensor

Full review:

The Sigma DP2 goes right back to basics, offering a fixed-focal-length lens in a sturdy, compact body with hands-on manual controls and a total absence of gimmicks. It also uses Sigma's Foveon X3 sensor, which acts more like traditional film and produces a very different kind of image quality. It's available now for around £530. Continue Reading...