Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released February 2010
- Old Model is Sigma DP2
- Updated by Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 610g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
- Introduced November 2015
- Older Model is Sony A65
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Sigma DP2s and Sony A68, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and A68 (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe DP2s was announced 6 years prior to the A68 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the DP2s grades versus the A68 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2s & Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2s Gallery & Sony A68 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sony A68
DP2s | A68 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A68 over the Sigma DP2s
A68 | DP2s | |||
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Introduced | November 2015 | February 2010 | Fresher by 69 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma DP2s and Sony A68
DP2s | A68 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2s enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A68 has measurements of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Sigma DP2s and Sony A68 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the DP2s against the A68.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and A68 is 86 and 64 respectively.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2s and A68.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony A68 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older DP2s will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony A68 Specifications
Sigma DP2s | Sony SLT-A68 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP2s | Sony SLT-A68 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2010-02-20 | 2015-11-06 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | True II | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 285.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 79 |
Cross focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 41mm (1x) | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Flash off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Rear sync, Wireless, High Speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p, 24p), 1440 x 1080, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 320x240 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 280 gr (0.62 lb) | 610 gr (1.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 701 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 510 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $940 | $581 |