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Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35

Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39
Sigma DP2x front
 
Sony SLT-A35 front
Portability
69
Imaging
57
Features
70
Overall
62

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Key Specs

Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Older Model is Sigma DP2s
Sony A35
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 415g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
  • Introduced September 2011
  • Replaced the Sony A33
  • Replacement is Sony A37
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Overview

The following is a in depth analysis of the Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A35 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2x was announced 7 months prior to the A35 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the DP2x scores vs the A35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony A35

 DP2x A35 

Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Sigma DP2x

 A35 DP2x 
IntroducedSeptember 2011February 2011Newer by 7 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony A35

 DP2x A35 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2x enjoys exterior 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 A35 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the DP2x vs the A35.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and A35 is 86 and 69 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2x and A35.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony A35 to offer extra detail with its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged DP2x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Sigma DP2x
Portrait photography with Sony A35
57
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
megapixel count low (5MP)
74
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP2x Street photography advice
Sony A35 Street photography advice
68
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than average (280g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
71
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than others in class (415g)
above average ISO range (25,600)
no moving screen
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP2x Sports photography features
Sony A35 Sports photography features
30
sensor size is good (APS-C)
can't change focal length (41mm)
low fps (3.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5MP)
lack of phase detect auto focus
61
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has phase detect autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
not so great battery power (440 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP2x Travel photography advice
Sony A35 Travel photography advice
67
lighter than average (280g)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
59
lighter than others in class (415g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
not so great battery power (440 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Sigma DP2x
Landscape photography with Sony A35
48
manual focus
good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5 inches)
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (5 megapixels)
69
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW formats
not so great battery power (440 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma DP2x
Vlogging with Sony A35
28
good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than average (280g)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 resolution)
no external mic jack
36
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
comes with face detect autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic socket
lighter than others in class (415 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony A35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2x and Sony A35
 Sigma DP2xSony SLT-A35
General Information
Company Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP2x Sony SLT-A35
Type Large Sensor Compact Entry-Level DSLR
Released 2011-02-08 2011-09-20
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Processor True II Bionz
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 2640 x 1760 4912 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 3200 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 15
Cross type focus points - 3
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) -
Available lenses - 143
Crop factor 1.7 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 921 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,150 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.30 m 12.00 m
Flash settings Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 320 x 240 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps)
Maximum video resolution 320x240 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 280 gr (0.62 pounds) 415 gr (0.91 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 74
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 763
Other
Battery life - 440 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/MMC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $699 $598