Sigma DP2 vs Sony S950

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Sigma DP2 and Sony S950, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and S950 (10MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and S950 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 was launched 8 months later than the S950 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the DP2 matches up versus the S950 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 enjoys physical measurements 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 S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Sigma DP2 and Sony S950 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 use at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the DP2 vs the S950.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and S950 is 86 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 and S950.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony S950 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern DP2 provides an edge in sensor innovation.