Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Released February 2010
- Older Model is Sigma DP1s
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
- Previous Model is Sony WX300
- Refreshed by Sony WX500

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and WX350 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

The DP1x was announced 5 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the DP1x matches up vs the WX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sony WX350
DP1x | WX350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Sigma DP1x
WX350 | DP1x | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 48 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sony WX350
DP1x | WX350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP1x features external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the DP1x against the WX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and WX350 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and WX350.
As you can tell, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX350 will provide more detail with its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Sigma DP1x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP1x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-20 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | True II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/4.0 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 320x240 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $574 | $270 |