Sigma DP2 vs Sony T99

On this page, we are comparing the Sigma DP2 vs Sony T99, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and T99 (14MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and T99 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 was brought out 9 months prior to the T99 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the DP2 scores versus the T99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 features outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony T99 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the DP2 vs the T99.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 and T99 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 and T99.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP2 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony T99 will show greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged DP2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.