Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R

In this article, we will be comparing the Sigma DP2s and Sony A7R, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and A7R (36MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and A7R (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2s was released 5 years prior to the A7R and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the DP2s matches up vs the A7R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2s & Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2s features outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the DP2s vs the A7R.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and A7R is 86 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2s and A7R.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2s featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older DP2s will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.