Nikon Z50 vs Sigma DP2

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z50 and Sigma DP2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and DP2 (5MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Z50 was manufactured 10 years after the DP2 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Z50 grades vs the DP2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 offers outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z50 and Sigma DP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Z50 against the DP2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and DP2 is 74 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The image here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and DP2.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon Z50 to give extra detail due to its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z50 should have an edge in sensor technology.