Sigma DP2x vs Sony A3000

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A3000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A3000 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2x was announced 3 years prior to the A3000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DP2x scores versus the A3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x 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 A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A3000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the DP2x versus the A3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and A3000 is 86 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and A3000.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony A3000 to offer greater detail with its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.