Sigma DP2x vs Sony QX30

Lets examine more in depth at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony QX30, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and QX30 (20MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The DP2x was revealed 4 years before the QX30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the DP2x matches up vs the QX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony QX30 has sizing of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony QX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the DP2x and the QX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and QX30 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and QX30.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2x with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony QX30 will provide extra detail because of its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older DP2x will be behind in sensor technology.