Sigma DP1x vs Sony A37

Let's look a little more in depth at the Sigma DP1x and Sony A37, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A37 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP1x was revealed 3 years earlier than the A37 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the DP1x scores against the A37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x enjoys physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1x and Sony A37 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP1x versus the A37.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and A37 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and A37.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A37 to render more detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older DP1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.