Sigma DP2x vs Sony A55

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Sigma DP2x and Sony A55, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A55 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP2x was launched 6 months later than the A55 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the DP2x matches up versus the A55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x & Sony SLT-A55. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x has outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony A55 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP2x and Sony A55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the DP2x compared to the A55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and A55 is 86 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and A55.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony A55 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively.