Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX150

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony WX150, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and WX150 (18MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and WX150 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was revealed 24 months earlier than the WX150 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the DP1x scores versus the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1x comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the DP1x and the WX150.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and WX150 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and WX150.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony WX150 will offer more detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.