Sigma SD1 vs Sony WX30

Here, we are contrasting the Sigma SD1 vs Sony WX30, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Sigma and Sony. The image resolution of the SD1 (15MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is fairly similar but the SD1 (APS-C) and WX30 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The SD1 was unveiled 10 months earlier than the WX30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SD1 matches up against the WX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are provided at Sigma SD1 Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Sigma SD1 has got outer measurements 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) while the Sony WX30 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sigma SD1 vs Sony WX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SD1 and the WX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1 and WX30 is 77 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD1 and WX30.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD1 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony WX30 will deliver more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SD1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.