Sigma DP1x vs Sony S930

The following is a complete analysis of the Sigma DP1x versus Sony S930, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and S930 (10MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was revealed 14 months after the S930 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DP1x grades against the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1x features outside dimensions 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 S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1x versus Sony S930 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1x and the S930.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and S930 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1x and S930.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony S930 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern DP1x should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.