Sigma DP1x vs Sony A77 II

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Sigma DP1x and Sony A77 II, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A77 II (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP1x was released 5 years before the A77 II and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the DP1x matches up versus the A77 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x and Sony SLT-A77 II. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A77 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x has got outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A77 II has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

See the Sigma DP1x and Sony A77 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the DP1x compared to the A77 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and A77 II is 88 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and A77 II.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A77 II to show more detail as a result of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older DP1x will be behind in sensor innovation.