Sigma DP2s vs Sony A6500

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sigma DP2s vs Sony A6500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and A6500 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP2s was revealed 7 years before the A6500 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the DP2s grades versus the A6500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2s and Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sony A6500 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP2s enjoys 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) and the Sony A6500 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP2s against the A6500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and A6500 is 86 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2s and A6500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony A6500 to provide greater detail because of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older DP2s will be behind with regard to sensor tech.