Sigma SD10 vs Sony TX1

Below, we will be reviewing the Sigma SD10 and Sony TX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SD10 (3MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the SD10 (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD10 was revealed 6 years earlier than the TX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD10 matches up versus the TX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma SD10 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma SD10 enjoys exterior measurements of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Sigma SD10 and Sony TX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SD10 vs the TX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD10 and TX1 is 54 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD10 and TX1.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD10 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony TX1 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older SD10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.