Sigma DP2x vs Sony A6400

Below, we are reviewing the Sigma DP2x vs Sony A6400, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A6400 (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2x was introduced 9 years prior to the A6400 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the DP2x scores vs the A6400 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha a6400. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2x comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x vs Sony A6400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the DP2x and the A6400.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and A6400 is 86 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and A6400.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A6400 to result in extra detail using its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged DP2x will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.