Sigma DP2 vs Sony WX500

Here is a in depth analysis of the Sigma DP2 and Sony WX500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and WX500 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2 was revealed 6 years earlier than the WX500 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the DP2 scores against the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 has got exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 vs the WX500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 and WX500 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 and WX500.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony WX500 will show extra detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older DP2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.