Sigma DP2s vs Sony W370

Below is a thorough analysis of the Sigma DP2s versus Sony W370, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and W370 (14MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and W370 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2s was unveiled 2 months later than the W370 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the DP2s grades vs the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2s & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are available at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony W370 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2s features external 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) and the Sony W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP2s vs the W370.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2s and W370 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2s and W370.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP2s using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony W370 will deliver more detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.