Sigma DP1 vs Sony ZV-1F

Below is a thorough overview of the Sigma DP1 and Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and ZV-1F (20MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and ZV-1F (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1 was unveiled 15 years earlier than the ZV-1F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the DP1 grades versus the ZV-1F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 and Sony ZV-1F. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony ZV-1F Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1 has outer 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) whilst the Sony ZV-1F has measurements of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

See the Sigma DP1 and Sony ZV-1F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the DP1 and the ZV-1F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and ZV-1F is 87 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 and ZV-1F.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony ZV-1F will show greater detail having an extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older DP1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.