Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7 III

Below, we are reviewing the Sigma DP2 versus Sony A7 III, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The DP2 was launched 9 years earlier than the A7 III which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the DP2 grades against the A7 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 and Sony Alpha A7 III. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony A7 III Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 has outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 versus Sony A7 III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2 vs the A7 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 and A7 III is 86 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 and A7 III.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The DP2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A7 III will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 19MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged DP2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.