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Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710

Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37
Sigma DP1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Key Specs

Sigma DP1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Announced May 2008
  • Replacement is Sigma DP1s
Sony W710
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sony W710

 DP1 W710 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Sigma DP1

 W710 DP1 
IntroducedJanuary 2013May 2008More modern by 56 months
Display sizing2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sony W710

 DP1 W710 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison

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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 size comparison

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

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison

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.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W710 as a Portrait photography camera
55
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
34
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1 Street photography features
Sony W710 Street photography features
64
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than others in class (270 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
lighter than others (114g)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1 Sports photography info
Sony W710 Sports photography info
31
nice sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1 Travel photography info
Sony W710 Travel photography info
63
lighter than others in class (270g)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
71
lighter than others (114g)
includes focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1 Landscape photography highlights
Sony W710 Landscape photography highlights
44
you can focus manually
fast maximum aperture (f)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
small screen (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
low max ISO (800)
missing Time Lapse mode
38
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1 Vlogging advice
Sony W710 Vlogging advice
9
can't record video
34
really wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focusing
lighter than others (114 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic support
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Sigma DP1 vs Sony W710 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1 and Sony W710
 Sigma DP1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
General Information
Brand Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710
Type Large Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2008-05-19 2013-01-08
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 2640 x 1760 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 800 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 1.7 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 2 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 2.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution None 1280x720
Video data format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 270g (0.60 lb) 114g (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 photos
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Launch cost $566 $90