Sigma DP2x vs Sony ZV-1F

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP2x and Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and ZV-1F (20MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and ZV-1F (1") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was manufactured 12 years earlier than the ZV-1F and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP2x scores versus the ZV-1F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x and Sony ZV-1F. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony ZV-1F Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x features external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1F has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Sigma DP2x and Sony ZV-1F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the DP2x compared to the ZV-1F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and ZV-1F is 86 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and ZV-1F.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2x featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1F will deliver extra detail due to its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.