Sigma DP2s vs Sony HX50V

Following is a in-depth overview of the Sigma DP2s versus Sony HX50V, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2s was revealed 4 years prior to the HX50V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the DP2s matches up vs the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP2s features outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the DP2s compared to the HX50V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and HX50V is 86 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2s and HX50V.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP2s having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX50V will result in extra detail because of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged DP2s will be behind with regard to sensor tech.