Sigma DP2x vs Sony QX10

Below, we are evaluating the Sigma DP2x vs Sony QX10, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The DP2x was released 3 years prior to the QX10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the DP2x matches up against the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x vs Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2x versus the QX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and QX10 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and QX10.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2x because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony QX10 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older DP2x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.