Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Announced February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP1s
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 283g - 110 x 63 x 36mm
- Launched August 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony a5000
Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and a5100 (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe DP1x was revealed 5 years before the a5100 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP1x grades versus the a5100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sony a5100
DP1x | a5100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a5100 over the Sigma DP1x
a5100 | DP1x | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | February 2010 | More recent by 54 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sony a5100
DP1x | a5100 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1x features outer 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) whilst the Sony a5100 has measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP1x compared to the a5100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and a5100 is 88 and 89 respectively.
Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1x and a5100.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony a5100 to give more detail because of its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older DP1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony a5100 Specifications
Sigma DP1x | Sony Alpha a5100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP1x | Sony Alpha a5100 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-02-20 | 2014-08-17 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | True II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/4.0 | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (120p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 320x240 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 250g (0.55 lbs) | 283g (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 110 x 63 x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $574 | $448 |