Sigma DP1 vs Sony A7R IV

Following is a extended overview of the Sigma DP1 vs Sony A7R IV, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and A7R IV (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP1 was revealed 12 years earlier than the A7R IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the DP1 matches up vs the A7R IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the DP1 compared to the A7R IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1 and A7R IV is 87 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and A7R IV.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP1 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will offer you more detail because of its extra 56 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged DP1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.