Sigma DP1x vs Sony A7S

Below, we are matching up the Sigma DP1x and Sony A7S, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A7S (12MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP1x was unveiled 5 years earlier than the A7S which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the DP1x grades vs the A7S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x has got physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP1x and Sony A7S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the DP1x compared to the A7S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and A7S is 88 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1x and A7S.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP1x with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A7S will give greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.