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Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
88
Imaging
58
Features
48
Overall
54
Nikon Coolpix A front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Nikon A
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8) lens
  • 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
  • Introduced June 2013
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Introduced February 2011
  • Replaced the Sigma DP2s
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Overview

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the A (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The A was manufactured 2 years later than the DP2x and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A matches up versus the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Sigma DP2x

 A DP2x 
IntroducedJune 2013February 2011More recent by 29 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Nikon A

 DP2x A 

Common features in the Nikon A and Sigma DP2x

 A DP2x 
Focus manually More exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon A features outer measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A against the DP2x.

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A and DP2x is 88 and 86 respectively.

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A and DP2x.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon A to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger A will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon A Portrait photography highlights
Sigma DP2x Portrait photography highlights
74
manual focus
above average flash sync (1/2,000s)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports face detect focus
supports RAW formats
57
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon A
Street photography with Sigma DP2x
71
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average (299g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than others (280g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon A Sports photography features
Sigma DP2x Sports photography features
47
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
can't change focal length (28mm)
max frames per second low (4.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
30
decent sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
max frames per second low (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon A
Travel photography with Sigma DP2x
63
lighter than average (299 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
not so great battery pack (230 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
67
lighter than others (280 grams)
has built in flash
fast max aperture (f)
sensor resolution low (5MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Nikon A
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2x
54
manual focus
good sized screen (3 inch)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
48
has manual focus
fast max aperture (f)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon A as a Vlogging camera
Sigma DP2x as a Vlogging camera
31
supports face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (299 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have microphone jack
28
fast max aperture (f)
lighter than others (280g)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (320 x 240 pxls)
no mic socket
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A and Sigma DP2x
 Nikon Coolpix ASigma DP2x
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sigma
Model type Nikon Coolpix A Sigma DP2x
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2013-06-06 2011-02-08
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - True II
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.7mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 370.5mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 5MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4928 x 3264 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 41mm (1x)
Highest aperture f/2.8 -
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 921k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 15 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 4.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 11.50 m 4.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/2000 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 320x240
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 299 grams (0.66 pounds) 280 grams (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 80 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 23.4 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.8 not tested
DXO Low light rating 1164 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 pictures -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL20 -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/MMC
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $778 $699