Sigma DP2s vs Sony S2100

Its time to look more closely at the Sigma DP2s versus Sony S2100, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and S2100 (12MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and S2100 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The DP2s was launched 2 months later than the S2100 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the DP2s matches up against the S2100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2s features 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) and the Sony S2100 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Sigma DP2s versus Sony S2100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP2s against the S2100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and S2100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2s and S2100.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP2s featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony S2100 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.