Sigma DP1 vs Sony A65

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Sigma DP1 vs Sony A65, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP1 was manufactured 4 years before the A65 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the DP1 grades vs the A65 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 and Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) and the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP1 versus the A65.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and A65 is 87 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and A65.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A65 to produce extra detail due to its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.