Sigma DP1 digital camera review

Great quality images, but at what cost?

Sigma DP1 digital camera. Cameras, Compact cameras, 14 megapixels, Sigma 0

Reviewer: Doug Harman
Review Date: 27 May 2008
Manufacturer: Sigma
Price as reviewed: £550
Latest price: £289.10

Our score

7/10

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