Sigma DP1 vs Sony WX300

Here is a extensive analysis of the Sigma DP1 versus Sony WX300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and WX300 (18MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and WX300 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The DP1 was introduced 5 years earlier than the WX300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the DP1 grades against the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 has 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 WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1 versus Sony WX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the DP1 and the WX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and WX300 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and WX300.

To sum up, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX300 will produce extra detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older DP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.