Sigma DP2x vs Sony A6600

Below, we are evaluating the Sigma DP2x vs Sony A6600, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A6600 (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2x was unveiled 9 years earlier than the A6600 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the DP2x scores versus the A6600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2x and Sony Alpha a6600. The full galleries are provided at Sigma DP2x Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2x has got outer measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A6600 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the DP2x compared to the A6600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and A6600 is 86 and 77 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and A6600.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A6600 to resolve greater detail having an extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.