Sigma DP1x vs Sony HX100V

The following is a in-depth overview of the Sigma DP1x vs Sony HX100V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was released 20 months prior to the HX100V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the DP1x grades vs the HX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1x has exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the DP1x against the HX100V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and HX100V is 88 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and HX100V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX100V will offer more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.