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Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200

Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37
Sigma DP1 front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 front
Portability
66
Imaging
49
Features
38
Overall
44

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Key Specs

Sigma DP1
(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
Sony A200
(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
Photography Glossary

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).

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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.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sony A200

 DP1 A200 

Reasons to pick Sony A200 over the Sigma DP1

 A200 DP1 
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sony A200

 DP1 A200 
LaunchedMay 2008July 2008Similar generation
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 size comparison

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

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 top view buttons comparison

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.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1 Portrait photography information
Sony A200 Portrait photography information
55
you can focus manually
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
53
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
low resolution (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1 as a Street photography camera
Sony A200 as a Street photography camera
64
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than average (270 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
65
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1 Sports photography information
Sony A200 Sports photography information
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
49
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
doesn't have liveview
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
low resolution (10MP)
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1 Travel photography advice
Sony A200 Travel photography advice
63
lighter than average (270 grams)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (5MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
46
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
low resolution (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1 Landscape photography information
Sony A200 Landscape photography information
44
you can focus manually
fast maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
low maximum ISO (800)
missing Time Lapse mode
53
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
doesn't have liveview
low resolution (10MP)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A200 as a Vlogging camera
9
no video recording
9
no video
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Sigma DP1 vs Sony A200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1 and Sony A200
 Sigma DP1Sony Alpha DSLR-A200
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