Sigma SD1 vs Sony TX10

Lets take a deeper look at the Sigma SD1 and Sony TX10, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is relatively close but the SD1 (APS-C) and TX10 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1 was brought out 10 months earlier than the TX10 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SD1 grades vs the TX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are available at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD1 has got physical measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony TX10 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Sigma SD1 and Sony TX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SD1 versus the TX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 and TX10 is 77 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 and TX10.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX10 will render greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.