Sigma DP2 vs Sony T900

Below, we will be comparing the Sigma DP2 and Sony T900, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and T900 (12MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and T900 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The DP2 was brought out 8 months later than the T900 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the DP2 matches up vs the T900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 offers physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the DP2 compared to the T900.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and T900 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 and T900.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP2 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony T900 will give greater detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent DP2 provides a benefit in sensor technology.