Sigma DP1 vs Sony ZV-1 II

Below, we will be contrasting the Sigma DP1 vs Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP1 was unveiled 16 years prior to the ZV-1 II which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the DP1 matches up against the ZV-1 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP1 and Sony ZV-1 Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 II Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP1 comes with outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).

Check the Sigma DP1 vs Sony ZV-1 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the DP1 and the ZV-1 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP1 and ZV-1 II is 87 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP1 and ZV-1 II.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP1 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1 II will result in extra detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.