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Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F

Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37
Sigma DP1x front
 
Sony ZV-1F front
Portability
89
Imaging
57
Features
70
Overall
62

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F 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
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Old Model is Sigma DP1s
Sony ZV-1F
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 20mm (F2) lens
  • 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
  • Announced October 2022
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F Overview

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Sigma DP1x versus Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and ZV-1F (20MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and ZV-1F (1") use different sensor sizing.

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The DP1x was introduced 13 years earlier than the ZV-1F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the DP1x matches up versus the ZV-1F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sony ZV-1F

 DP1x ZV-1F 
Manual focus More precise focus

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Sigma DP1x

 ZV-1F DP1x 
AnnouncedOctober 2022February 2010Newer by 153 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3.00"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution922k230kCrisper screen (+692k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sony ZV-1F

 DP1x ZV-1F 

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x has got outside dimensions 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 ZV-1F has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") and a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the DP1x versus the ZV-1F.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and ZV-1F is 88 and 89 respectively.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and ZV-1F.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1F will show more detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1x Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-1F Portrait photography factors
56
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
low megapixels (5MP)
58
megapixel count good (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
has face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1x Street photography details
Sony ZV-1F Street photography details
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than average in class (250g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
74
screen articulates
decent sensor size (1")
has focus via touch
lighter than average (256g)
does not have image stabilization
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1x Sports photography advice
Sony ZV-1F Sports photography advice
32
decent sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (5MP)
has no phase detect autofocus
61
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (16.0 frames per second)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
has tracking autofocus
better than average battery (360 per charge)
can't change focal length (20mm)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP1x Travel photography features
Sony ZV-1F Travel photography features
57
lighter than average in class (250g)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (5MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
87
better than average battery (360 CIPA)
lighter than average (256g)
supports bluetooth
has focus via touch
megapixel count good (20MP)
screen is selfie friendly
great maximum aperture (f2)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1x Landscape photography information
Sony ZV-1F Landscape photography information
41
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen is small (2.5")
no image stabilization
low megapixels (5MP)
missing Time Lapse mode
56
great maximum aperture (f2)
screen is a good size (3.00 inch)
megapixel count good (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
better than average battery (360 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (20mm)
does not have image stabilization
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1x Vlogging highlights
Sony ZV-1F Vlogging highlights
25
lighter than average in class (250g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (320 x 240 pixels)
missing mic socket
82
great maximum aperture (f2)
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
has face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone support
lighter than average (256g)
does not have image stabilization
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Sigma DP1x vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1x and Sony ZV-1F
 Sigma DP1xSony ZV-1F
General Information
Brand Name Sigma Sony
Model Sigma DP1x Sony ZV-1F
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-02-20 2022-10-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip True II -
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 5MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 2640 x 1760 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 3200 12800
Max boosted ISO - 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 425
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) 20mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/4.0 f/2
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 1.7 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 2.5 inches 3.00 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 16.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash modes - Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 320 x 240 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 320x240 3840x2160
Video data format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 250g (0.55 lb) 256g (0.56 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 360 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $574 $499