Sigma DP2x vs Sony W230

Below is a complete comparison of the Sigma DP2x vs Sony W230, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and W230 (12MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and W230 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was unveiled 2 years later than the W230 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W230 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the DP2x matches up vs the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x provides exterior 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 W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the DP2x and the W230.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and W230 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and W230.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP2x using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony W230 will deliver greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher DP2x should have a benefit in sensor tech.