Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Older Model is Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Below, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and W560 (14MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe DP2x was released 2 months after the W560 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the DP2x grades versus the W560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony W560
| DP2x | W560 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Sigma DP2x
| W560 | DP2x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony W560
| DP2x | W560 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2011 |  | January 2011 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x enjoys physical dimensions 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 W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the DP2x vs the W560.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and W560 is 86 and 96 respectively.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and W560.
Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony W560 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively.
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony W560 Specifications
| Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Sigma | Sony |
| Model type | Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-02-08 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | True II | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 41mm (1x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 1.7 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.30 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 320x240 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $699 | $139 |
