Sigma DP1 vs Sony W830

Here is a complete review of the Sigma DP1 and Sony W830, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and W830 (20MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and W830 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The DP1 was announced 6 years before the W830 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP1 scores against the W830 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 features outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony W830 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1 and Sony W830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the DP1 and the W830.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the DP1 and W830 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and W830.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP1 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony W830 will result in more detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older DP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.