Sigma DP1x vs Sony W550

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Sigma DP1x versus Sony W550, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and W550 (14MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and W550 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was introduced 17 months earlier than the W550 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the DP1x scores vs the W550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1x features outer 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) and the Sony W550 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the DP1x vs the W550.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and W550 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and W550.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony W550 will offer extra detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.