Sigma DP1x vs Sony A7R II

Its time to take a closer look at the Sigma DP1x and Sony A7R II, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the DP1x (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP1x was introduced 6 years before the A7R II which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the DP1x scores against the A7R II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP1x and Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP1x Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP1x has outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Sigma DP1x and Sony A7R II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the DP1x compared to the A7R II.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the DP1x and A7R II is 88 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP1x and A7R II.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP1x having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A7R II will show more detail using its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged DP1x will be behind with regard to sensor tech.