Sigma DP2 vs Sony A200

Let's look much closer at the Sigma DP2 and Sony A200, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and A200 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2 was brought out 15 months after the A200 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the DP2 matches up against the A200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony A200 has sizing of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the DP2 compared to the A200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and A200 is 86 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and A200.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony A200 to give more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher DP2 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.