Sigma DP1s vs Sony RX1R II

Let's look much closer at the Sigma DP1s and Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the DP1s (5MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the DP1s (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1s was launched 7 years before the RX1R II which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the DP1s grades versus the RX1R II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP1s Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1s has got exterior measurements of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Sigma DP1s and Sony RX1R II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the DP1s compared to the RX1R II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP1s and RX1R II is 90 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1s and RX1R II.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP1s featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX1R II will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 37 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged DP1s is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.