Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX100 II

In this article, we will be comparing the Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX100 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Sigma and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and RX100 II (1") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The DP2x was unveiled 3 years before the RX100 II which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the DP2x scores against the RX100 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the DP2x and the RX100 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2x and RX100 II is 86 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2x and RX100 II.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The DP2x using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX100 II will render greater detail having an extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged DP2x will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.