Sigma DP2 vs Sony HX100V

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Sigma DP2 and Sony HX100V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and HX100V (16MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and HX100V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 was manufactured 3 years prior to the HX100V which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the DP2 matches up against the HX100V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 provides external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP2 and Sony HX100V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2 versus the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 and HX100V is 86 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 and HX100V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX100V will offer you extra detail due to its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged DP2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.