Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Superseded the Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Announced August 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-5R

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Sigma DP2x versus Sony NEX-5T, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The DP2x was announced 3 years prior to the NEX-5T and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the DP2x scores versus the NEX-5T when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony NEX-5T
DP2x | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Sigma DP2x
NEX-5T | DP2x | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 31 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony NEX-5T
DP2x | NEX-5T | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x features outside measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Look at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony NEX-5T in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the DP2x and the NEX-5T.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and NEX-5T is 86 and 89 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and NEX-5T.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony NEX-5T to resolve greater detail with its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma DP2x vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Sigma DP2x | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sigma | Sony |
Model | Sigma DP2x | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-02-08 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | True II | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS (Foveon X3) | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 20.7 x 13.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 285.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 2640 x 1760 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 41mm (1x) | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 320x240 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) | 276 gr (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $699 | $400 |