Sigma DP1 vs Sony A300

Below is a in depth analysis of the Sigma DP1 and Sony A300, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and A300 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1 was revealed 4 months later than the A300 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the DP1 matches up vs the A300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 has outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1 vs the A300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and A300 is 87 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and A300.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony A300 to resolve more detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively.