Sigma DP1 vs Sony WX5

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Sigma DP1 versus Sony WX5, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and WX5 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The DP1 was brought out 3 years prior to the WX5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the DP1 grades versus the WX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1 provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1 versus the WX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and WX5 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 and WX5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony WX5 will provide extra detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.