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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350

Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37
Sigma DP1x front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 front
Portability
94
Imaging
42
Features
43
Overall
42

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Key Specs

Sigma DP1x
(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
Sony WX350
(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
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sony WX350

 DP1x WX350 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Sigma DP1x

 WX350 DP1x 
LaunchedFebruary 2014February 2010Newer by 48 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sony WX350

 DP1x WX350 
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 size comparison

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

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma DP1x
Portrait photography with Sony WX350
56
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
low megapixels (5MP)
36
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1x Street photography information
Sony WX350 Street photography information
68
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than others (250g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (164 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1x as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX350 as a Sports photography camera
32
nice sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
lacks phase detect autofocus
52
long zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
good battery pack (470 shots)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma DP1x
Travel photography with Sony WX350
57
lighter than others (250 grams)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
72
good battery pack (470 CIPA)
lighter than competition (164 grams)
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
great reach (500mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1x as a Landscape photography camera
Sony WX350 as a Landscape photography camera
41
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5MP)
lack of Timelapse recording
47
quite wide (25mm)
screen is a good size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (18 megapixels)
good battery pack (470 CIPA)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1x Vlogging features
Sony WX350 Vlogging features
25
lighter than others (250 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (320 x 240 pixels)
lack of microphone port
35
quite wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (164 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external mic socket
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony WX350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1x and Sony WX350
 Sigma DP1xSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350
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