Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200
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Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800
- No Video
- 28mm (F) lens
- 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Released May 2008
- Refreshed by Sigma DP1s
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 572g - 131 x 99 x 71mm
- Launched July 2008
- Replacement is Sony A230

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Sigma DP1 versus Sony A200, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and A200 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The DP1 was brought out very close to the A200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the DP1 matches up vs the A200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sony A200
DP1 | A200 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sigma DP1
A200 | DP1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sony A200
DP1 | A200 | |||
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Launched | May 2008 | ![]() | July 2008 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Sigma DP1 versus Sony A200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the DP1 and the A200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and A200 is 87 and 66 respectively.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and A200.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A200 to offer you extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.

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Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Specifications
Sigma DP1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP1 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2008-05-19 | 2008-07-17 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 270 grams (0.60 lb) | 572 grams (1.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 131 x 99 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 521 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | Compact Flash |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $566 | $100 |