Sigma DP2 vs Sony WX350

Its time to look more in depth at the Sigma DP2 versus Sony WX350, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and WX350 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The DP2 was introduced 5 years prior to the WX350 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the DP2 scores vs the WX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony WX350 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2 versus Sony WX350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2 and the WX350.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 and WX350 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and WX350.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP2 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony WX350 will render extra detail using its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged DP2 will be behind in sensor tech.