Sigma SD1 vs Sony W800

The following is a in depth analysis of the Sigma SD1 and Sony W800, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SD1 (15MP) and W800 (20MP) and the SD1 (APS-C) and W800 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD1 was unveiled 4 years before the W800 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SD1 scores against the W800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma SD1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma SD1 comes with external dimensions 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 W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD1 and Sony W800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SD1 vs the W800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 and W800 is 77 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD1 and W800.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD1 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony W800 will provide greater detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SD1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.