Sigma DP2s vs Sony W620

On this page, we are matching up the Sigma DP2s and Sony W620, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and W620 (14MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and W620 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The DP2s was brought out 22 months prior to the W620 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the DP2s grades vs the W620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2s and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2s Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2s features physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Sigma DP2s and Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2s compared to the W620.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2s and W620 is 86 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2s and W620.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The DP2s featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony W620 will produce greater detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged DP2s will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.