Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX100 VII

Lets take a deeper look at the Sigma DP2x and Sony RX100 VII, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and RX100 VII (1") possess different sensor sizing.

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The DP2x was launched 9 years prior to the RX100 VII which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the DP2x matches up versus the RX100 VII when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x has external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VII has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x and Sony RX100 VII in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the DP2x compared to the RX100 VII.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and RX100 VII is 86 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and RX100 VII.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 VII will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.