Sigma DP2 vs Sony A6100

Here, we are matching up the Sigma DP2 vs Sony A6100, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and A6100 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2 was revealed 11 years prior to the A6100 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the DP2 grades versus the A6100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 and Sony Alpha a6100. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 vs Sony A6100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2 vs the A6100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and A6100 is 86 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The pic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 and A6100.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A6100 to offer you more detail because of its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged DP2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.