Sigma DP1x vs Sony W380

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Sigma DP1x and Sony W380, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and W380 (14MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and W380 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP1x was unveiled 2 months later than the W380 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the DP1x grades against the W380 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account 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) and the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the DP1x and the W380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and W380 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and W380.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP1x with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony W380 will give you extra detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.