Sigma DP2 vs Sony NEX-5

On this page, we will be comparing the Sigma DP2 vs Sony NEX-5, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2 was announced 8 months earlier than the NEX-5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the DP2 scores vs the NEX-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 & Sony Alpha NEX-5. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 provides outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5 has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 vs Sony NEX-5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 compared to the NEX-5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and NEX-5 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and NEX-5.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony NEX-5 to offer you greater detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.