Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1

The following is a thorough comparison of the Sigma DP1x and Sony RX1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and RX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP1x was released 4 years prior to the RX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP1x grades vs the RX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1x and Sony RX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the DP1x versus the RX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and RX1 is 88 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and RX1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX1 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be behind in sensor technology.