Sigma DP1 vs Sony a5000

Below, we are evaluating the Sigma DP1 vs Sony a5000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and a5000 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP1 was released 6 years before the a5000 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the DP1 matches up versus the a5000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 and Sony Alpha a5000. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1 vs Sony a5000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the DP1 versus the a5000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and a5000 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and a5000.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony a5000 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The older DP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.