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Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810

Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37
Sigma DP1 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front
Portability
96
Imaging
45
Features
26
Overall
37

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 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
  • Introduced May 2008
  • Updated by Sigma DP1s
Sony W810
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2014
Photography Glossary

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and W810 (20MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and W810 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 was brought out 6 years earlier than the W810 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the DP1 scores against the W810 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Sony W810

 DP1 W810 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Sigma DP1

 W810 DP1 
RevealedJanuary 2014May 2008Fresher by 68 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Sigma DP1 and Sony W810

 DP1 W810 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 features 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) while the Sony W810 has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the DP1 and the W810.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the DP1 and W810 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and W810.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony W810 will provide extra detail having its extra 15MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older DP1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W810 Portrait photography highlights
55
focusing manually
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5MP)
38
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1 Street photography factors
Sony W810 Street photography factors
64
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition (270 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1 Sports photography factors
Sony W810 Sports photography factors
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
has no phase detect AF
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1 Travel photography features
Sony W810 Travel photography features
63
lighter than competition (270g)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (5MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
67
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (27mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1 Landscape photography features
Sony W810 Landscape photography features
44
focusing manually
very good max aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
low max ISO (800)
does not have Timelapse function
41
rather wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma DP1
Vlogging with Sony W810
9
no video
32
rather wide (27mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
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Sigma DP1 vs Sony W810 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1 and Sony W810
 Sigma DP1Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sony
Model Sigma DP1 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810
Type Large Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2008-05-19 2014-01-07
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 2640 x 1760 5152 x 3864
Max native ISO 800 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) 27-162mm (6.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.5-6.5
Focal length multiplier 1.7 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 3.20 m (with ISO auto)
Flash modes - Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution None 1280x720
Video file format - H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 270 grams (0.60 lbs) 111 grams (0.24 lbs)
Physical dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 200 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/MMC card Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $566 $100