Sigma SD15 vs Sony TX100V

Here, we will be looking at the Sigma SD15 vs Sony TX100V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SD15 (5MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the SD15 (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD15 was launched 10 months prior to the TX100V and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SD15 matches up against the TX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma SD15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma SD15 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma SD15 enjoys physical measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) while the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Sigma SD15 vs Sony TX100V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SD15 compared to the TX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD15 and TX100V is 59 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD15 and TX100V.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD15 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony TX100V will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.