Sigma DP2x vs Sony a1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Sigma DP2x vs Sony a1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and a1 (50MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was brought out 11 years prior to the a1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the DP2x scores against the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x offers physical 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 a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2x vs Sony a1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2x and the a1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and a1 is 86 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and a1.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2x because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will give you more detail having its extra 45MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.