Canon 10D vs Sigma DP2s

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon 10D versus Sigma DP2s, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sigma. The resolution of the 10D (6MP) and the DP2s (5MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The 10D was manufactured 7 years prior to the DP2s which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the 10D grades against the DP2s for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 10D and Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are available at Canon 10D Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 10D features physical measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) while the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 10D and the DP2s.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 10D and DP2s is 56 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 10D and DP2s.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon 10D to result in greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 10D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.