Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX1R II

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Sigma DP2x vs Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the DP2x (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The DP2x was brought out 5 years before the RX1R II and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the DP2x matches up against the RX1R II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The entire galleries are available at Sigma DP2x Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2x provides outside dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2x versus the RX1R II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and RX1R II is 86 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2x and RX1R II.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The DP2x featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX1R II will deliver greater detail having its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older DP2x is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.