Sigma DP2x vs Sony W570

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sigma DP2x and Sony W570, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and W570 (16MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and W570 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was manufactured 2 months after the W570 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the DP2x matches up vs the W570 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony W570 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x has physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony W570 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2x and Sony W570 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2x versus the W570.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and W570 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and W570.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W570 will provide more detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.