Sigma DP2x vs Sony G3

Following is a thorough analysis of the Sigma DP2x and Sony G3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and G3 (10MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was brought out 2 years after the G3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP2x grades vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x features exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x and Sony G3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the DP2x compared to the G3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and G3 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and G3.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP2x featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony G3 will result in extra detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger DP2x is going to have an edge in sensor technology.