Sigma DP1x vs Sony A6500

Following is a extensive overview of the Sigma DP1x and Sony A6500, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A6500 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP1x was announced 7 years earlier than the A6500 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the DP1x grades against the A6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha a6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1x has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A6500 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the DP1x compared to the A6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and A6500 is 88 and 81 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1x and A6500.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A6500 to show extra detail with its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.