Sigma DP1x vs Sony A77

In this article, we are comparing the Sigma DP1x versus Sony A77, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A77 (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP1x was introduced 20 months earlier than the A77 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A77 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the DP1x matches up against the A77 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x & Sony SLT-A77. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP1x Gallery & Sony A77 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1x comes with external 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 A77 has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 732 grams (1.61 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1x versus Sony A77 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the DP1x compared to the A77.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1x and A77 is 88 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and A77.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A77 to result in more detail using its extra 19MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be behind in sensor innovation.