Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320
86 Imaging
45 Features
31 Overall
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97 Imaging
36 Features
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and W320 (14MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and W320 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe DP2x was released 14 months later than the W320 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the DP2x grades against the W320 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony W320
DP2x | W320 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 14 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Sigma DP2x
W320 | DP2x | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony W320
DP2x | W320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x offers exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony W320 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the DP2x compared to the W320.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and W320 is 86 and 97 respectively.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and W320.
As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2x featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W320 will render more detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher DP2x will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320 Specifications
Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | True II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 41mm (1x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 320x240 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 280 gr (0.62 lb) | 117 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $699 | $269 |