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Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s

Portability
62
Imaging
78
Features
89
Overall
82
Nikon Z7 front
 
Sigma DP2s front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
31
Overall
38

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs

Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
  • Released August 2018
  • New Model is Nikon Z7 II
Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2010
  • Previous Model is Sigma DP2
  • Refreshed by Sigma DP2x
Photography Glossary

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP2s, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and DP2s (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z7 was unveiled 8 years after the DP2s which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z7 scores vs the DP2s in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sigma DP2s

 Z7 DP2s 
ReleasedAugust 2018February 2010Newer by 104 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimension3.2"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution2100k230kSharper screen (+1870k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Nikon Z7

 DP2s Z7 

Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP2s

 Z7 DP2s 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 has physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sigma DP2s has dimensions 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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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Z7 against the DP2s.

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and DP2s is 62 and 86 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and DP2s.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will render extra detail having an extra 41 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z7 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z7 Portrait photography factors
Sigma DP2s Portrait photography factors
86
you can focus manually
resolution is high (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
sensor resolution not great (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z7 Street photography highlights
Sigma DP2s Street photography highlights
79
screen tilts up and down
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
includes touch to focus
environment proofing
very good high ISO (25,600)
67
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than others in class (280 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z7 Sports photography advice
Sigma DP2s Sports photography advice
82
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is high (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proofing
has phase detect autofocus
low battery power (330 per charge)
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z7 as a Travel photography camera
Sigma DP2s as a Travel photography camera
67
environment proofing
has bluetooth
includes touch to focus
resolution is high (46MP)
low battery power (330 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
67
lighter than others in class (280g)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z7 Landscape photography information
Sigma DP2s Landscape photography information
82
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
good sized screen (3.2")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is high (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
very good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
environment proofing
low battery power (330 CIPA)
48
has manual focus
great maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (41mm)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z7 Vlogging advice
Sigma DP2s Vlogging advice
36
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external mic port
display is not selfie friendly
28
great maximum aperture (f)
lighter than others in class (280 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (320 x 240 pxls)
missing external mic support
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Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP2s
 Nikon Z7Sigma DP2s
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sigma
Model Nikon Z7 Sigma DP2s
Type Pro Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Released 2018-08-23 2010-02-20
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed 6 True II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 46 megapixels 5 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 8256 x 5504 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 25600 3200
Max boosted ISO 102400 -
Minimum native ISO 64 50
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO 32 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 493 -
Lens
Lens mount Nikon Z fixed lens
Lens focal range - 41mm (1x)
Number of lenses 15 -
Crop factor 1 1.7
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of screen 2,100k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 15 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 9.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.30 m
Flash options Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/200 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 320 x 240
Max video resolution 3840x2160 320x240
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 675 gr (1.49 pounds) 280 gr (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 99 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 26.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 14.6 not tested
DXO Low light score 2668 not tested
Other
Battery life 330 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage XQD card SD/SDHC/MMC card
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $2,797 $940