Sigma DP1 vs Sony S950

Following is a comprehensive review of the Sigma DP1 and Sony S950, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and S950 (10MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and S950 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The DP1 was introduced 9 months prior to the S950 which means that they are 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 S950 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DP1 grades against the S950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1 enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony S950 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1 and Sony S950 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP1 and the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and S950 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and S950.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP1 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony S950 will render extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.