Panasonic S5 vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic S5 versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and DP2x (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The S5 was released 9 years after the DP2x which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S5 grades versus the DP2x when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Sigma DP2x. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 enjoys outer measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S5 versus Sigma DP2x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S5 and the DP2x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and DP2x is 60 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S5 and DP2x.

As you can tell, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer S5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.