Sigma DP2s vs Sony A330

In this article, we are contrasting the Sigma DP2s vs Sony A330, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and A330 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2s was brought out 10 months after the A330 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the DP2s matches up vs the A330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2s & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2s features physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the DP2s compared to the A330.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and A330 is 86 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2s and A330.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony A330 to result in greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent DP2s provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.