Clicky

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s

Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37
Sigma DP2 front
 
Sigma DP2s front
Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
31
Overall
38

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs

Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Launched September 2009
  • Replacement is Sigma DP2s
Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Previous Model is Sigma DP2
  • Newer Model is Sigma DP2x
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Overview

Let's examine more closely at the Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sigma. The resolution of the DP2 (5MP) and the DP2s (5MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The DP2 was manufactured 5 months earlier than the DP2s so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the DP2 grades vs the DP2s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video
	
	

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Sigma DP2s

 DP2 DP2s 

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sigma DP2

 DP2s DP2 

Common features in the Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2s

 DP2 DP2s 
RevealedSeptember 2009February 2010Similar age
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent display measurements
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 has outer dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sigma DP2s has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2s in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2 and the DP2s.

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 and DP2s is 86 and 86 respectively.

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 and DP2s.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2 Portrait photography highlights
Sigma DP2s Portrait photography highlights
56
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
56
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Street Comparison

Street photography with Sigma DP2
Street photography with Sigma DP2s
67
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition (280 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
67
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than average (280 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP2
Sports photography with Sigma DP2s
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
lack of phase detect AF
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma DP2
Travel photography with Sigma DP2s
67
lighter than competition (280 grams)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution low (5MP)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
67
lighter than average (280 grams)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution low (5MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP2 Landscape photography info
Sigma DP2s Landscape photography info
48
focusing manually
good maximum aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
48
has manual focus
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP2 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma DP2s as a Vlogging camera
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition (280 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 resolution)
no external mic jack
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than average (280 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (320 x 240 pxls)
missing external microphone jack
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2s
 Sigma DP2Sigma DP2s
General Information
Manufacturer Sigma Sigma
Model type Sigma DP2 Sigma DP2s
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-09-21 2010-02-20
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - True II
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 5MP 5MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 2640 x 1760 2640 x 1760
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 200 50
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) 41mm (1x)
Crop factor 1.7 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 15s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.30 m 4.30 m
Flash options Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 320 x 240 (30 fps) 320 x 240
Max video resolution 320x240 320x240
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 280 grams (0.62 lbs) 280 grams (0.62 lbs)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC card SD/SDHC/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Cost at release $649 $940