Sigma DP2x vs Sony A500

Here is a detailed review of the Sigma DP2x and Sony A500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A500 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2x was manufactured 18 months later than the A500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the DP2x grades versus the A500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha DSLR-A500. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony A500 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony A500 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 630 grams (1.39 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2x and Sony A500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the DP2x vs the A500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and A500 is 86 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and A500.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A500 to show extra detail due to its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent DP2x provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.