Sigma DP1x vs Sony A700

Let's examine more closely at the Sigma DP1x and Sony A700, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A700 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The DP1x was revealed 2 years after the A700 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the DP1x grades versus the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A700 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1x offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A700 has dimensions of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1x and Sony A700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the DP1x vs the A700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and A700 is 88 and 58 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and A700.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony A700 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger DP1x provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.