Sigma DP2x vs Sony A7S

On this page, we are looking at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A7S, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A7S (12MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) posses totally different sensor size.

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The DP2x was announced 4 years before the A7S and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the DP2x scores versus the A7S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x & Sony Alpha A7S. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x enjoys physical 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 A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A7S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the DP2x versus the A7S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and A7S is 86 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and A7S.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The DP2x using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7S will resolve more detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.