Sigma DP1 vs Sony WX220

Let's look more in depth at the Sigma DP1 and Sony WX220, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The DP1 was unveiled 6 years before the WX220 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the DP1 grades vs the WX220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 has got physical dimensions 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 WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP1 and Sony WX220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1 versus the WX220.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and WX220 is 87 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and WX220.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony WX220 will provide extra detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older DP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.