Sigma DP1x vs Sony A6300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP1x versus Sony A6300, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A6300 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1x was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A6300 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the DP1x grades versus the A6300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x has got external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Sigma DP1x versus Sony A6300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the DP1x versus the A6300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and A6300 is 88 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1x and A6300.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A6300 to give you greater detail having an extra 19MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.