Sigma DP1 vs Sony W510

In this article, we are comparing the Sigma DP1 versus Sony W510, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and W510 (12MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and W510 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The DP1 was released 3 years before the W510 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the DP1 matches up vs the W510 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 has got outer dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1 versus Sony W510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the DP1 versus the W510.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and W510 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1 and W510.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP1 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W510 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.