Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX100 II

Here, we are reviewing the Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2s was brought out 4 years prior to the RX100 II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP2s grades against the RX100 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2s & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2s has outside measurements 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 RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX100 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the DP2s versus the RX100 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and RX100 II is 86 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2s and RX100 II.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP2s because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX100 II will provide greater detail having its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older DP2s will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.