Sigma DP2x vs Sony A68

Lets look a little more closely at the Sigma DP2x vs Sony A68, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A68 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP2x was brought out 5 years earlier than the A68 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the DP2x grades versus the A68 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x & Sony SLT-A68. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x features physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony A68 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") along with a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the DP2x and the A68.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and A68 is 86 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and A68.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony A68 to offer greater detail having its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.