Sigma DP2s vs Sony TX55

Here is a in depth review of the Sigma DP2s versus Sony TX55, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and TX55 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2s was released 17 months prior to the TX55 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the DP2s matches up versus the TX55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2s & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2s provides external measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2s versus Sony TX55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the DP2s vs the TX55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and TX55 is 86 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2s and TX55.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2s because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony TX55 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older DP2s is going to be behind in sensor innovation.