Sigma DP1x vs Sony A65

On this page, we are analyzing the Sigma DP1x vs Sony A65, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP1x was introduced 21 months before the A65 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP1x grades vs the A65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x & Sony SLT-A65. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x comes with 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) whilst the Sony A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the DP1x versus the A65.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and A65 is 88 and 64 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and A65.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony A65 to resolve greater detail using its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.