Sigma DP2x vs Sony W620

Its time to examine more in depth at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony W620, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and W620 (14MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and W620 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2x was introduced 11 months prior to the W620 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the DP2x matches up against the W620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony W620 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2x versus Sony W620 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the DP2x vs the W620.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and W620 is 86 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and W620.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2x having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony W620 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older DP2x will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.