Sigma DP1x vs Sony W330

Below is a thorough assessment of the Sigma DP1x and Sony W330, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and W330 (14MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and W330 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1x was manufactured 2 months later than the W330 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the DP1x matches up vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x offers external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Sigma DP1x and Sony W330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the DP1x and the W330.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and W330 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and W330.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP1x due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony W330 will provide greater detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively.