Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s
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86 Imaging
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Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(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
(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
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 CardsThe 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.
Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 & Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Sigma DP2s
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sigma DP2
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Common features in the Sigma DP2 and Sigma DP2s
DP2 | DP2s | |||
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Revealed | September 2009 | February 2010 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal 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.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.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 and DP2s is 86 and 86 respectively.
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.
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Sigma DP2 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Sigma DP2 | Sigma DP2s | |
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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 |