Sigma DP1x vs Sony A7S III

Lets look closer at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony A7S III, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and A7S III (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The DP1x was brought out 11 years prior to the A7S III which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the DP1x matches up versus the A7S III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1x & Sony Alpha A7S III. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony A7S III Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x features outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A7S III has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1x versus Sony A7S III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the DP1x compared to the A7S III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and A7S III is 88 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and A7S III.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP1x because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7S III will give you extra detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be behind in sensor innovation.