Sigma DP2s vs Sigma SD14

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP2s and Sigma SD14, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both produced by Sigma. The image resolution of the DP2s (5MP) and the SD14 (5MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2s was announced 3 years later than the SD14 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the DP2s grades vs the SD14 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2s and Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2s provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sigma SD14 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2s and Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the DP2s against the SD14.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and SD14 is 86 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2s and SD14.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern DP2s is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.