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Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1

Portability
86
Imaging
44
Features
28
Overall
37
Sigma DP2 front
 
Sony ZV-1 front
Portability
88
Imaging
55
Features
86
Overall
67

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs

Sigma DP2
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released September 2009
  • Successor is Sigma DP2s
Sony ZV-1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
  • Announced May 2020
  • Newer Model is Sony ZV-1 II
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Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Sigma DP2 versus Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP2 (5MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the DP2 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The DP2 was revealed 11 years prior to the ZV-1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the DP2 matches up against the ZV-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Sony ZV-1

 DP2 ZV-1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Sigma DP2

 ZV-1 DP2 
AnnouncedMay 2020September 2009More modern by 130 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution922k230kCrisper screen (+692k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Sigma DP2 and Sony ZV-1

 DP2 ZV-1 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 has got physical 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 ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2 versus Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2 against the ZV-1.

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 and ZV-1 is 86 and 88 respectively.

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 and ZV-1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP2 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony ZV-1 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged DP2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-1 as a Portrait photography camera
56
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
low MP (5MP)
73
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP2 Street photography advice
Sony ZV-1 Street photography advice
67
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than others in class (280g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
85
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW formats
features focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (294g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP2
Sports photography with Sony ZV-1
30
sensor size is good (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
lack of phase detect autofocus
71
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
fast continuous shooting (24.0 frames per second)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma DP2
Travel photography with Sony ZV-1
67
lighter than others in class (280 grams)
built-in flash
fast max aperture (f)
low MP (5MP)
display is not selfie friendly
81
lighter than competition in class (294 grams)
supports bluetooth
features focus by touch
megapixel count good (20MP)
selfie friendly screen
quite wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP2 Landscape photography information
Sony ZV-1 Landscape photography information
48
manual focus
fast max aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low MP (5MP)
70
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP2 Vlogging highlights
Sony ZV-1 Vlogging highlights
28
fast max aperture (f)
lighter than others in class (280g)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (320 x 240 pixels)
no microphone socket
86
quite wide (24mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
good video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with microphone support
lighter than competition in class (294 grams)
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Sigma DP2 vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2 and Sony ZV-1
 Sigma DP2Sony ZV-1
General Information
Brand Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP2 Sony ZV-1
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2009-09-21 2020-05-27
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 285.7mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 5MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 2640 x 1760 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 3200 12800
Max enhanced ISO - 25600
Lowest native ISO 200 125
RAW pictures
Lowest enhanced ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 315
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) 24-70mm (2.9x)
Max aperture - f/1.8-2.8
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1.7 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 3.0fps 24.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.30 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 320x240 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 280g (0.62 lbs) 294g (0.65 lbs)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 260 photos
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC card SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $649 $750