Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710

Following is a extended analysis of the Sigma DP1 versus Sony W710, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and W710 (16MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and W710 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 was brought out 5 years before the W710 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W710 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the DP1 grades against the W710 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 provides physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1 versus Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP1 against the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP1 and W710 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 and W710.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony W710 will offer greater detail having its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged DP1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.