Sigma DP1x vs Sony A100

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Sigma DP1x vs Sony A100, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A100 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP1x was introduced 3 years after the A100 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the DP1x scores vs the A100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x features physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony A100 has specifications of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP1x vs Sony A100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the DP1x against the A100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and A100 is 88 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and A100.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony A100 to result in more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent DP1x provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.