Sigma DP1 vs Sony a5100

Below, we will be comparing the Sigma DP1 and Sony a5100, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and a5100 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP1 was announced 7 years earlier than the a5100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the DP1 scores against the a5100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 & Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1 enjoys physical dimensions 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 a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP1 compared to the a5100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and a5100 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and a5100.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony a5100 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older DP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.