Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Earlier Model is Sigma DP2
- Refreshed by Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 50 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Previous Model is Sony RX1R
Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) possess different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe DP2s was released 6 years before the RX1R II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the DP2s scores against the RX1R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2s & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sony RX1R II
DP2s | RX1R II |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Sigma DP2s
RX1R II | DP2s | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | February 2010 | Newer by 68 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma DP2s and Sony RX1R II
DP2s | RX1R II | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Sigma DP2s enjoys exterior 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 RX1R II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).
Check the Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2s and the RX1R II.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and RX1R II is 86 and 78 respectively.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2s and RX1R II.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP2s due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged DP2s will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Screen and ViewFinder
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony RX1R II Specifications
Sigma DP2s | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sigma | Sony |
Model type | Sigma DP2s | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-20 | 2015-10-13 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | True II | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5MP | 42MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 7952 x 5304 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 41mm (1x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Macro focusing range | - | 14cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 320x240 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 280 gr (0.62 lbs) | 507 gr (1.12 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 97 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3204 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2,5, 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $940 | $3,300 |