Sigma DP1x vs Sony W230

Below is a in depth review of the Sigma DP1x vs Sony W230, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and W230 (12MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and W230 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was unveiled 13 months later than the W230 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the DP1x grades against the W230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1x features outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1x vs Sony W230 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the DP1x against the W230.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and W230 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and W230.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP1x with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W230 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern DP1x will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.