Sigma DP1s vs Sony RX100 VII

In this article, we are looking at the Sigma DP1s and Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1s (5MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the DP1s (APS-C) and RX100 VII (1") come with different sensor measurements.

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The DP1s was introduced 10 years earlier than the RX100 VII which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the DP1s grades versus the RX100 VII with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1s Gallery and Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1s features outer 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 RX100 VII has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the DP1s compared to the RX100 VII.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1s and RX100 VII is 90 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1s and RX100 VII.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP1s having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 VII will result in greater detail using its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged DP1s will be behind in sensor innovation.