Sigma DP1 vs Sony W290

Here, we are looking at the Sigma DP1 vs Sony W290, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and W290 (12MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and W290 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The DP1 was revealed 9 months prior to the W290 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the DP1 scores versus the W290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 features exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1 and the W290.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1 and W290 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and W290.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony W290 will deliver more detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged DP1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.