Sigma DP2x vs Sony TX20

Let's take a more detailed look at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony TX20, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and TX20 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2x was unveiled 12 months before the TX20 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the DP2x grades vs the TX20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x comes with 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) and the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2x versus Sony TX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the DP2x and the TX20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and TX20 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and TX20.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP2x using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX20 will result in more detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged DP2x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.