Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II
Portability
86 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
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86 Imaging
44 Features
31 Overall
38
Portability
88 Imaging
57 Features
82 Overall
67
88 Imaging
57 Features
82 Overall
67
Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II Key Specs
Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
(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
- Previous Model is Sigma DP2
- New Model is Sigma DP2x
Sony ZV-1 II
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 18-50mm (F1.8-4.0) lens
- 292g - 106 x 60 x 47mm
- Announced May 2023
- Replaced the Sony ZV-1
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On this page, we are contrasting the Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the DP2s (5MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the DP2s (APS-C) and ZV-1 II (1") boast different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe DP2s was manufactured 14 years prior to the ZV-1 II and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the DP2s grades versus the ZV-1 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Sony ZV-1 II
| DP2s | ZV-1 II |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 II over the Sigma DP2s
| ZV-1 II | DP2s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | May 2023 |  | February 2010 | Fresher by 161 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 3.00" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sigma DP2s and Sony ZV-1 II
| DP2s | ZV-1 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing |
Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2s offers external 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) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the DP2s compared to the ZV-1 II.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP2s and ZV-1 II is 86 and 88 respectively.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2s and ZV-1 II.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP2s because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony ZV-1 II will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older DP2s will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Sigma DP2s as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-1 II as a Portrait photography camera
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
you can focus manually
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (1")
comes with face detection focus
supports RAW files
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Sigma DP2s as a Street photography camera
Sony ZV-1 II as a Street photography camera
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than average in class (280g)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
screen articulates
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
supports touch focus
lighter than average in class (292 grams)
no image stabilization
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Sigma DP2s as a Sports photography camera
Sony ZV-1 II as a Sports photography camera
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
does not have phase detect autofocus
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
fast shooting (24.0 frames per second)
MP count good (20MP)
nice sensor size (1")
comes with tracking autofocus
supports phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (260 per charge)
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Sigma DP2s Travel photography features
Sony ZV-1 II Travel photography features
lighter than average in class (280 grams)
built-in flash
great max aperture (f)
sensor resolution low (5MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
lighter than average in class (292 grams)
connects via bluetooth
supports touch focus
MP count good (20MP)
selfie friendly screen
quite wide (18mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
bad battery pack (260 per charge)
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Sigma DP2s as a Landscape photography camera
Sony ZV-1 II as a Landscape photography camera
focusing manually
great max aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
you can focus manually
quite wide (18mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3.00")
MP count good (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
no image stabilization
bad battery pack (260 per charge)
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great max aperture (f)
lighter than average in class (280 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 resolution)
does not have microphone support
quite wide (18mm)
very good max aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
comes with face detection focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external microphone port
lighter than average in class (292 grams)
no image stabilization
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Sigma DP2s vs Sony ZV-1 II Specifications
| Sigma DP2s | Sony ZV-1 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Sigma | Sony |
| Model | Sigma DP2s | Sony ZV-1 Mark II |
| Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-02-20 | 2023-05-27 |
| Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | True II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 5 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 50 | 125 |
| RAW files | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 315 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 41mm (1x) | 18-50mm (2.8x) |
| Highest aperture | - | f/1.8-4.0 |
| Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 1.7 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display size | 2.5 inches | 3.00 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 24.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.30 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/100 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
| Maximum video resolution | 320x240 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 280 grams (0.62 lbs) | 292 grams (0.64 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 106 x 60 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $940 | $899 |