Sigma DP1 vs Sony A99 II

Following is a complete overview of the Sigma DP1 and Sony A99 II, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and A99 II (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 was revealed 9 years earlier than the A99 II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the DP1 matches up vs the A99 II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1 comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP1 and Sony A99 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the DP1 against the A99 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and A99 II is 87 and 57 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1 and A99 II.

Plainly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The DP1 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A99 II will show extra detail because of its extra 37MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.