Sigma DP2 vs Sony HX5

Lets take a more detailed look at the Sigma DP2 vs Sony HX5, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and HX5 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2 was unveiled 8 months prior to the HX5 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the DP2 matches up vs the HX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 has got exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the DP2 against the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and HX5 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and HX5.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX5 will provide greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older DP2 will be behind in sensor innovation.