Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 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
- Released February 2010
- Old Model is Sigma DP2
- Updated by Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and S2000 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe DP2s was introduced 2 months later than the S2000 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the DP2s grades versus the S2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2s & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sony S2000
DP2s | S2000 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Sigma DP2s
S2000 | DP2s | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Sigma DP2s and Sony S2000
DP2s | S2000 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | January 2010 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2s comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2s compared to the S2000.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and S2000 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2s and S2000.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2s having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony S2000 will give more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively.
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Sigma DP2s | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP2s | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-02-20 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | True II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 41mm (1x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 320x240 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 280g (0.62 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $940 | $225 |