Sigma DP1s vs Sony NEX-F3

In this article, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1s versus Sony NEX-F3, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP1s (5MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP1s was unveiled 3 years earlier than the NEX-F3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the DP1s matches up vs the NEX-F3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1s and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1s Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP1s offers external measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1s versus Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DP1s vs the NEX-F3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1s and NEX-F3 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1s and NEX-F3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony NEX-F3 to provide extra detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older DP1s will be behind in sensor tech.