Sigma DP1x vs Sony TX66

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma DP1x versus Sony TX66, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and TX66 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The DP1x was revealed 24 months prior to the TX66 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the DP1x grades versus the TX66 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x offers physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony TX66 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the DP1x and the TX66.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and TX66 is 88 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and TX66.

All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP1x using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony TX66 will offer extra detail because of its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older DP1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.