Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 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
- Introduced February 2011
- Old Model is Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012

Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Sigma DP2x versus Sony W610, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and W610 (14MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and W610 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

The DP2x was released 11 months earlier than the W610 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the DP2x matches up vs the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony W610
DP2x | W610 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Sigma DP2x
W610 | DP2x | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 11 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony W610
DP2x | W610 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x features outside 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 W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Sigma DP2x versus Sony W610 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the DP2x and the W610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and W610 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and W610.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP2x featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W610 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma DP2x vs Sony W610 Specifications
Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP2x | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-08 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | True II | BIONZ |
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 surface 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 41mm (1x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 320x240 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 280 grams (0.62 lb) | 113 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 93 x 52 x 19mm (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 life | - | 250 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $699 | $200 |