Sigma DP2s vs Sony A850

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Sigma DP2s versus Sony A850, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and A850 (25MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and A850 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2s was revealed within a month of the A850 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the DP2s grades versus the A850 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2s & Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony A850 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2s has got external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A850 has sizing of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the DP2s versus the A850.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2s and A850 is 86 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2s and A850.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The DP2s having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A850 will give you extra detail because of its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.