Sigma SD15 vs Sony W330

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Sigma SD15 vs Sony W330, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SD15 (5MP) and W330 (14MP) and the SD15 (APS-C) and W330 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The SD15 was launched 2 months after the W330 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SD15 matches up against the W330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma SD15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma SD15 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma SD15 offers physical dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs) whilst the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma SD15 vs Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SD15 vs the W330.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD15 and W330 is 59 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD15 and W330.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD15 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W330 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.