Sigma DP2x vs Sony A550

Below, we will be looking at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A550, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A550 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2x was manufactured 15 months after the A550 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the DP2x grades vs the A550 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x comes with physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony A550 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

See the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2x and the A550.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and A550 is 86 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and A550.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony A550 to deliver more detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent DP2x will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.