Sigma DP2 vs Sony RX100 IV

On this page, we are evaluating the Sigma DP2 versus Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and RX100 IV (1") provide totally different sensor size.

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The DP2 was announced 6 years before the RX100 IV which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the DP2 scores vs the RX100 IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 features exterior 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) while the Sony RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 versus Sony RX100 IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the DP2 versus the RX100 IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 and RX100 IV is 86 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 and RX100 IV.

Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP2 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony RX100 IV will deliver more detail with its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.