Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Replaced the Sigma DP2
- Newer Model is Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Introduced June 2015
- Superseded the Sony A7R
- Later Model is Sony A7R III
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Sigma DP2s and Sony A7R II, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe DP2s was unveiled 6 years prior to the A7R II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the DP2s matches up versus the A7R II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2s & Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sony A7R II
DP2s | A7R II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Sigma DP2s
A7R II | DP2s | |||
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Introduced | June 2015 | February 2010 | More modern by 64 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma DP2s and Sony A7R II
DP2s | A7R II | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2s offers external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Analyze the Sigma DP2s and Sony A7R II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DP2s vs the A7R II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and A7R II is 86 and 68 respectively.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2s and A7R II.
All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP2s having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R II will render more detail having an extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2s will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony A7R II Specifications
Sigma DP2s | Sony Alpha A7R II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP2s | Sony Alpha A7R II |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-02-20 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | True II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 42 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 7974 x 5316 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 399 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 41mm (1x) | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 280g (0.62 lbs) | 625g (1.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 98 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3434 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $940 | $2,913 |