Sigma DP2x vs Sony HX10V

Following is a complete analysis of the Sigma DP2x versus Sony HX10V, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and HX10V (18MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and HX10V (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The DP2x was launched 12 months before the HX10V and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DP2x scores versus the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x features physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the DP2x versus the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and HX10V is 86 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and HX10V.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP2x featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony HX10V will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be behind in sensor technology.