Olympus SZ-12 vs Sigma DP2x

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-12 versus Sigma DP2x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SZ-12 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SZ-12 was launched 12 months later than the DP2x which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SZ-12 matches up vs the DP2x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 & Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 features outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the DP2x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and DP2x is 89 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and DP2x.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ-12 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Olympus SZ-12 will show more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger SZ-12 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.