Sigma DP1x vs Sony HX20V

Here, we will be comparing the Sigma DP1x versus Sony HX20V, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and HX20V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The DP1x was released 3 years before the HX20V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the DP1x scores vs the HX20V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1x enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony HX20V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP1x vs the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and HX20V is 88 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1x and HX20V.

All in all, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP1x because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX20V will render greater detail as a result of its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older DP1x will be behind in sensor technology.