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Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
31
Overall
38
Sigma DP2x front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
56
Features
57
Overall
56

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Introduced February 2011
  • Superseded the Sigma DP2s
Sony NEX-C3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
  • Released August 2011
  • Previous Model is Sony NEX-3
  • Replacement is Sony NEX-F3
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony NEX-C3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP2x was introduced 6 months before the NEX-C3 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the DP2x matches up versus the NEX-C3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony NEX-C3

 DP2x NEX-C3 

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Sigma DP2x

 NEX-C3 DP2x 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution920k230kSharper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony NEX-C3

 DP2x NEX-C3 
ReleasedFebruary 2011August 2011Similar age
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x features 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) and the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2x versus Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the DP2x versus the NEX-C3.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and NEX-C3 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony NEX-C3 to give extra detail using its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2x Portrait photography factors
Sony NEX-C3 Portrait photography factors
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
73
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP2x as a Street photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Street photography camera
67
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (280 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
79
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (225g)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP2x as a Sports photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Sports photography camera
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
no phase detect autofocus
53
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
better than average battery (400 shots)
painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP2x Travel photography highlights
Sony NEX-C3 Travel photography highlights
67
lighter than competitors in class (280g)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
71
better than average battery (400 shots)
lighter than competitors in class (225 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
no Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP2x Landscape photography highlights
Sony NEX-C3 Landscape photography highlights
48
has manual focus
fast max aperture (f)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
70
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
better than average battery (400 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP2x as a Vlogging camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Vlogging camera
28
fast max aperture (f)
lighter than competitors in class (280g)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (320 x 240 pxls)
doesn't have external mic socket
27
lighter than competitors in class (225g)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic socket
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2x and Sony NEX-C3
 Sigma DP2xSony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP2x Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Class Large Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2011-02-08 2011-08-22
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip True II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 2640 x 1760 4912 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 25
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Sony E
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) -
Total lenses - 121
Focal length multiplier 1.7 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology - TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.30 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 320 x 240 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 320x240 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 280 grams (0.62 lb) 225 grams (0.50 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 73
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 1083
Other
Battery life - 400 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $699 $343