Sigma DP2x vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP2x and Sony HX400V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and HX400V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2x was introduced 4 years before the HX400V which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the DP2x grades versus the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x offers physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2x and Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the DP2x compared to the HX400V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and HX400V is 86 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and HX400V.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP2x having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX400V will resolve extra detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.