Sigma DP2x vs Sony W320

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.