Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX10 II

Below, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1x and Sony RX10 II, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and RX10 II (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The DP1x was launched 6 years prior to the RX10 II which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the DP1x scores versus the RX10 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x has physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 II has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") with a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the DP1x compared to the RX10 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and RX10 II is 88 and 58 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and RX10 II.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony RX10 II will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.