Sigma DP1x vs Sony A7 II

Its time to take a closer look at the Sigma DP1x vs Sony A7 II, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP1x was announced 5 years prior to the A7 II which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the DP1x grades versus the A7 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha A7 II. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP1x has got physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A7 II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP1x vs Sony A7 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the DP1x and the A7 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and A7 II is 88 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP1x and A7 II.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP1x having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony A7 II will produce greater detail with its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.