Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-3

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony NEX-3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2x was released 9 months after the NEX-3 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DP2x grades versus the NEX-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x offers 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 NEX-3 has proportions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2x against the NEX-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and NEX-3 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and NEX-3.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony NEX-3 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger DP2x provides a benefit in sensor technology.