Sigma DP2s vs Sony a3500

Following is a complete review of the Sigma DP2s and Sony a3500, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and a3500 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2s was announced 5 years prior to the a3500 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the DP2s matches up against the a3500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2s & Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2s has exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony a3500 has sizing of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the DP2s against the a3500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2s and a3500 is 86 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2s and a3500.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony a3500 to give greater detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged DP2s is going to be behind in sensor tech.