Sigma DP2s vs Sigma SD9

On this page, we are analyzing the Sigma DP2s vs Sigma SD9, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and SD9 (3MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2s was announced 7 years later than the SD9 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the DP2s grades vs the SD9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2s and Sigma SD9. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sigma SD9 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2s has got exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sigma SD9 has dimensions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the DP2s and the SD9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2s and SD9 is 86 and 54 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2s and SD9.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sigma DP2s to resolve more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent DP2s provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.