Sigma DP2x vs Sony TX10

Following is a complete review of the Sigma DP2x versus Sony TX10, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and TX10 (16MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and TX10 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was brought out 6 months prior to the TX10 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the DP2x grades versus the TX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x comes with 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) whilst the Sony TX10 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP2x versus Sony TX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2x vs the TX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and TX10 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and TX10.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP2x due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony TX10 will deliver greater detail having its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively.