Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP1s

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP1s, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and DP1s (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 was brought out 9 years after the DP1s which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z7 grades versus the DP1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 & Sigma DP1s. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 provides outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sigma DP1s has proportions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP1s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 versus the DP1s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and DP1s is 62 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 and DP1s.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will deliver extra detail having its extra 41 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer Z7 provides a benefit in sensor technology.