Nikon D600 vs Sigma DP2

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon D600 versus Sigma DP2, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the D600 (Full frame) and DP2 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The D600 was introduced 3 years later than the DP2 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D600 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the D600 matches up vs the DP2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D600 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D600 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon D600 has external measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") along with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 has specifications 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D600 vs the DP2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D600 and DP2 is 56 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D600 and DP2.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D600 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D600 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 19MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent D600 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.