Sigma DP1s vs Sony RX10 III

On this page, we will be comparing the Sigma DP1s vs Sony RX10 III, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the DP1s (5MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the DP1s (APS-C) and RX10 III (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The DP1s was introduced 7 years prior to the RX10 III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the DP1s grades vs the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1s Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1s provides physical measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") along with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1s vs Sony RX10 III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the DP1s vs the RX10 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1s and RX10 III is 90 and 53 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1s and RX10 III.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1s using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX10 III will provide more detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1s will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.