Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II
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Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II 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)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Introduced June 2015
- Succeeded the Sony A7R
- Successor is Sony A7R III
Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Sigma DP2 and Sony A7R II, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe DP2 was revealed 6 years earlier than the A7R II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DP2 grades vs the A7R II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 and Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Sony A7R II
DP2 | A7R II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Sigma DP2
A7R II | DP2 | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | September 2009 | More recent by 69 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper screen (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma DP2 and Sony A7R II
DP2 | A7R II | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma DP2 and Sony A7R II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2 vs the A7R II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and A7R II is 86 and 68 respectively.
Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and A7R II.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP2 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A7R II will result in extra detail because of its extra 37 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older DP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sigma DP2 vs Sony A7R II Specifications
Sigma DP2 | Sony Alpha A7R II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP2 | Sony Alpha A7R II |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-09-21 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 7974 x 5316 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 399 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 41mm (1x) | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 320x240 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 280 gr (0.62 lbs) | 625 gr (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 98 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3434 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $649 | $2,913 |