PopPhoto found a lot to like when they played with Sigma’s highly anticipated DP1, a point and shoot sized digital camera with the guts of a digital SLR and a wide angle lens. With a street price of $799, the DP1 is not cheap but if it stands up to its claims, it could join the small but elite group of high end point and shoot cameras that have become increasingly popular with advanced amateurs and as backup cameras for professional shooters.

The interested can have a look at PopPhoto’s Gallery of shots or cruise on over to the article to get the full write up. The verdict? Positive! It looks like there might be a new contender for the light weight throne.