Sigma DP1 vs Sony HX100V

In this write-up, we are looking at the Sigma DP1 vs Sony HX100V, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 was announced 4 years earlier than the HX100V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the DP1 matches up against the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 has physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1 vs Sony HX100V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the DP1 and the HX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and HX100V is 87 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 and HX100V.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP1 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX100V will deliver extra detail with its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older DP1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.