Sigma DP1 vs Sony ZV-1

The following is a in depth comparison of the Sigma DP1 vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1 was announced 13 years before the ZV-1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the DP1 matches up vs the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1 & Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1 comes with 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) while the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the DP1 vs the ZV-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and ZV-1 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and ZV-1.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony ZV-1 will give you extra detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.