Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon Z7 versus Sigma DP2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and DP2 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 was announced 9 years later than the DP2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z7 scores vs the DP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 has outer 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 DP2 has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 versus Sigma DP2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z7 against the DP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and DP2 is 62 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and DP2.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will result in extra detail with its extra 41MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern Z7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.