Sigma DP2x vs Sony a5000

Below is a complete assessment of the Sigma DP2x versus Sony a5000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and a5000 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP2x was unveiled 3 years before the a5000 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a5000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the DP2x grades versus the a5000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony a5000 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x has got external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony a5000 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2x versus Sony a5000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the DP2x and the a5000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2x and a5000 is 86 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and a5000.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony a5000 to offer more detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.