Sigma DP1x vs Sony HX5

Here is a in-depth review of the Sigma DP1x and Sony HX5, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and HX5 (1/2.4") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was unveiled 3 months before the HX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the DP1x grades versus the HX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1x has got outside 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 HX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1x and Sony HX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the DP1x vs the HX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and HX5 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1x and HX5.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP1x with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX5 will result in greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.