Sigma DP2x vs Sony WX350

On this page, we are looking at the Sigma DP2x and Sony WX350, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and WX350 (18MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and WX350 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2x was manufactured 4 years earlier than the WX350 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the DP2x matches up versus the WX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x has exterior dimensions 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 WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2x and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP2x against the WX350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and WX350 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and WX350.

As you can see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2x featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX350 will produce extra detail due to its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older DP2x will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.