Sigma SD15 vs Sony W560

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sigma SD15 versus Sony W560, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD15 (5MP) and W560 (14MP) and the SD15 (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The SD15 was brought out 10 months earlier than the W560 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SD15 grades vs the W560 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma SD15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are available at Sigma SD15 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma SD15 provides exterior 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) and the Sony W560 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Sigma SD15 versus Sony W560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD15 and the W560.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD15 and W560 is 59 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD15 and W560.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SD15 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony W560 will give you more detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SD15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.