Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R

Below, we are matching up the Sigma DP1x vs Sony RX1R, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and RX1R (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was announced 4 years earlier than the RX1R which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the DP1x grades against the RX1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1x enjoys external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the DP1x vs the RX1R.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and RX1R is 88 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1x and RX1R.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP1x with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1R will offer you greater detail with its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.