Sigma DP2s vs Sony HX10V

In this article, we will be matching up the Sigma DP2s and Sony HX10V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and HX10V (18MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2s was unveiled 24 months earlier than the HX10V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the DP2s scores against the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2s comes with exterior 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 HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2s vs the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2s and HX10V is 86 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2s and HX10V.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP2s with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX10V will show more detail having an extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2s will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.