Sigma DP1x vs Sony NEX-7

On this page, we are analyzing the Sigma DP1x versus Sony NEX-7, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP1x was announced 22 months prior to the NEX-7 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the DP1x scores versus the NEX-7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-7 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony NEX-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the DP1x against the NEX-7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and NEX-7 is 88 and 84 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and NEX-7.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-7 to render greater detail with its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.