Sigma DP2s vs Sony W560

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP2s versus Sony W560, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and W560 (14MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and W560 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The DP2s was unveiled 10 months before the W560 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the DP2s matches up vs the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Sigma DP2s provides outer measurements 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 W560 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2s versus Sony W560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP2s compared to the W560.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and W560 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2s and W560.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The DP2s with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W560 will resolve extra detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older DP2s is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.