Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX100 IV

In this write-up, we are looking at the Sigma DP2s and Sony RX100 IV, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and RX100 IV (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2s was unveiled 6 years before the RX100 IV which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the DP2s grades vs the RX100 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2s & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2s offers physical dimensions 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 RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the DP2s against the RX100 IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and RX100 IV is 86 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2s and RX100 IV.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The DP2s using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 IV will give you greater detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2s is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.