Panasonic ZS100 vs Sigma DP2s

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic ZS100 vs Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS100 (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the ZS100 (1") and DP2s (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS100 was unveiled 5 years after the DP2s which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS100 grades versus the DP2s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS100 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s 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).

Examine the Panasonic ZS100 vs Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS100 versus the DP2s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS100 and DP2s is 87 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS100 and DP2s.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS100 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic ZS100 will offer more detail having an extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent ZS100 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.