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Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II

Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39
Sigma DP2x front
 
Sony SLT-A77 II front
Portability
62
Imaging
65
Features
85
Overall
73

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II 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
  • Announced February 2011
  • Older Model is Sigma DP2s
Sony A77 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 50 - 25600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 647g - 143 x 104 x 81mm
  • Launched May 2014
  • Earlier Model is Sony A77
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A77 II, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Sigma and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the DP2x (5MP) and A77 II (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2x was launched 4 years before the A77 II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A77 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the DP2x scores versus the A77 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Sony A77 II

 DP2x A77 II 

Reasons to pick Sony A77 II over the Sigma DP2x

 A77 II DP2x 
LaunchedMay 2014February 2011More recent by 39 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1229k230kClearer screen (+999k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Sigma DP2x and Sony A77 II

 DP2x A77 II 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II Physical Comparison

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2x enjoys outside measurements 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 A77 II has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 647 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2x versus Sony A77 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2x versus the A77 II.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the DP2x and A77 II is 86 and 62 respectively.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2x and A77 II.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A77 II to result in more detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older DP2x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II sensor size comparison

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP2x as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A77 II as a Portrait photography camera
57
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
79
has manual focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP2x Street photography factors
Sony A77 II Street photography factors
68
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
76
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
above average high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Sigma DP2x
Sports photography with Sony A77 II
30
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
max frames per second very slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
does not have phase detect AF
76
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
weather sealing
comes with phase detect autofocus
not so great battery (480 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Sigma DP2x as a Travel photography camera
Sony A77 II as a Travel photography camera
67
lighter than competitors (280g)
flash built-in
great max aperture (f)
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
64
weather sealing
decent MP (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
missing Timelapse mode
not so great battery (480 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP2x Landscape photography information
Sony A77 II Landscape photography information
48
has manual focus
great max aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
small screen (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (5 megapixels)
73
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
above average high ISO (25,600)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
not so great battery (480 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Sigma DP2x
Vlogging with Sony A77 II
28
great max aperture (f)
lighter than competitors (280g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (320 x 240 pxls)
lack of external mic support
77
selfie friendly screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have microphone socket
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Sigma DP2x vs Sony A77 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP2x and Sony A77 II
 Sigma DP2xSony SLT-A77 II
General Information
Make Sigma Sony
Model type Sigma DP2x Sony SLT-A77 II
Category Large Sensor Compact Advanced DSLR
Announced 2011-02-08 2014-05-21
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip True II Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 20.7 x 13.8mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 2640 x 1760 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 3200 25600
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 79
Cross type focus points - 15
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony/Minolta Alpha
Lens zoom range 41mm (1x) -
Total lenses - 143
Crop factor 1.7 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 2.5" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 1,229 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second 12.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.30 m 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro Auto, fill, rear sync, slow sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 320 x 240 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 320x240 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 280g (0.62 lbs) 647g (1.43 lbs)
Physical dimensions 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") 143 x 104 x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1013
Other
Battery life - 480 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (Yes (2 or 12 sec))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $699 $1,198