Sigma SD1 vs Sony WX220

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sigma SD1 versus Sony WX220, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Sigma and Sony. The resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is fairly similar but the SD1 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The SD1 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WX220 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SD1 matches up against the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma SD1 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD1 features exterior dimensions of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma SD1 versus Sony WX220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SD1 vs the WX220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD1 and WX220 is 77 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1 and WX220.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony WX220 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SD1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.