Sigma DP1s vs Sony A6400

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma DP1s versus Sony A6400, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the DP1s (5MP) and A6400 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP1s was unveiled 10 years before the A6400 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the DP1s grades versus the A6400 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP1s and Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1s Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1s has got physical dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1s versus Sony A6400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the DP1s compared to the A6400.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP1s and A6400 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1s and A6400.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A6400 to render greater detail having an extra 19MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The older DP1s will be behind with regard to sensor tech.