Sigma DP1 vs Sony WX150

In this article, we are looking at the Sigma DP1 and Sony WX150, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and WX150 (18MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and WX150 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP1 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WX150 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the DP1 scores vs the WX150 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 has got outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Sigma DP1 and Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the DP1 versus the WX150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and WX150 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 and WX150.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP1 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX150 will show greater detail having an extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.