Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX100

Its time to take a closer look at the Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and RX100 (20MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and RX100 (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2x was brought out 18 months prior to the RX100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DP2x grades against the RX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x offers outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony RX100 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the DP2x against the RX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and RX100 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and RX100.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony RX100 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged DP2x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.