Sigma DP2s

Sigma DP2s is Sigma's Large Sensor Compact digital camera originally launched on February of 2010. The camera comes with a 5MP, CMOS (Foveon X3) APS-C size sensor with a max resolution of 2640 x 1760.

Sigma released this model to update the older Sigma DP2 (Read Full Comparison) & afterwards launched the updated Sigma DP2x (Read Full Comparison) to replace this model.

The DP2s comes in at #61 out of 65 in Large Sensor Compact cameras & overall #797 out of 1465 for digital cameras in our list. You should use our Smart camera filter to get camera rankings based on your personalized requirements.

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The Sigma DP2s has a history of related digital cameras. Down below, you can identify all earlier and most recent models alongside main specifications.

You can look at the DP2s from various angles in the gallery here.

Here is a checklist of positives and negatives of the Sigma DP2s based on things which are typically considered necessary in a digital camera.

The Sigma DP2s houses the True II chip. The sensor size on the Sigma DP2s is 20.7mm x 13.8mm (APS-C). The 286 mm² sensor has the capability to capture 2640 x 1760 pixels using aspect ratios of 3:2 and 16:9.

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The CMOS (Foveon X3) sensor has 5MP and gives a standard ISO range of 50 to 3200. RAW format is saved therefore you have more margin for error.

The graphic underneath shows the DP2s's sensor size in comparison to other popular sizes. The DP2s sensor has a crop factor of 1.7 and is showcased in green.

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To get a sense of various aspect ratios, you can refer to the graphic below.

Sigma DP2s weighs 0.62 lbs (280g / 9.88 ounces) & has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2"). The weight of typical Large Sensor Compact camera is 396g and the Sigma DP2s is less heavy as compared to its competitors.

Photography Glossary

Here is a picture of the Sigma DP2s alongside a softdrink so you're able to get a feel for its size.

The top view just below will highlight the button layout on the DP2s.

The DP2s is equipped with a built in lens offering a constant focal length of 41mm which means you have no ability to zoom.

At it's widest 41mm, it features an aperture of f and that's useful for low light occasions and getting a shallow depth of field. It would also enable you to set a lower ISO to get cleaner shots.

The DP2s has the following connectivity:

• USB Yes

Digital cameras which include NFC and Bluetooth compatibility can easily be controlled wirelessly via smartphones. You are able to copy images and usually change settings with no need to connect straight with the camera.

Some apps also give a Liveview and hit the shutter if you are not close to the camera. If the camera contains a HDMI port, it could be hooked up to an external monitor. Virtually all cameras enable you to charge the battery pack with the USB port.

The max video quality on the Sigma DP2s is 320 x 240 and you can record in Motion JPEG file format. 240p is low for today's requirements. You should really aim for at least 1080p quality for video recording. The body does not have a microphone and headphone port which means that you have got absolutely no control over the audio. It is probably a better idea to get an alternative model if you need decent audio for your videos.

There is no environment proofing in the Sigma DP2s so you have to be careful in wet and dusty conditions.

The Sigma DP2s comes with a 2.5 inch fixed display screen having a resolution of 230 thousand dots.

Sadly the display screen isn't a touch screen.

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The ViewFinder specifications for Sigma DP2s are as follows:

• ViewFinder None

For sunny outdoor conditions that make the camera displays washed out and hard to see, viewfinders will be particularly useful.

Sigma DP2s continuous shooting rate is 3.0 fps. The highest shutter speed is 1/2000 seconds.

Sigma DP2s features both inbuilt flash together with external flash support.

Sigma DP2s features only Contrast Detect Auto Focus & is missing Phase Detect Auto Focus. Phase Detection autofocusing is a lot faster & accurate as compared to Contrast Detect autofocusing.

Sigma DP2s has the ability to use manual focus if needed in low light or you need to have more exact focus control.

The usual Large Sensor Compact camera battery life is 301. Leica X-U has got the maximum (450) battery life in this class of cameras.

Following is a list of Large Sensor Compact cameras having the highest battery life:

ModelVisualizeBattery LifeRAWNFCBluetooth

Leica X-U
DP2s vs X-U450 yesnono

Leica X Vario
DP2s vs X Vario450 yesnono

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Leica X2
DP2s vs X2450 yesnono

Fujifilm X100V
DP2s vs Fujifilm X100V420 yesnoyes

Fujifilm X100F
DP2s vs Fujifilm X100F390 yesnono

The following chart presents a summary of the Sigma DP2s for different styles of photography. To understand more, check out the specific section underneath.

The Sigma DP2s has a score of 56 which is decent, and means the camera is somewhat adequate for portrait photography. Photographing portrait photos leans greatly towards sensor dimensions, RAW support and capability to use off-camera lighting.

Coming in at a nice points total of 67, the Sigma DP2s is a respectable pick to buy for street photography. A good street photography camera has a good balance of image quality plus portability.

A terrible sports photography score of 30 suggests the Sigma DP2s is simply not suitable for shooting sports. A camera should have very good focusing and fast continuous shooting for sports photography.

Size is very important when picking a camera for travel. All round, the Sigma DP2s gets a nice 67 as a travel camera which is a good option to take on your vacations.

For anybody who is planning to purchase a digital camera for landscape pictures, the most vital factor will no doubt be image quality. The Sigma DP2s and it's average rating of 48 for a landscape camera is reasonably acceptable amongst it's competition.

A vlogging camera should really have a articulating display screen, microphone port and ideally IBIS. Taking everything into account, the Sigma DP2s is simply not suitable as a vlog camera as it receives a terrible score of 28.

If you are trying to find replacements to the DP2s, here is a list of the highest placed cameras that fall into the family of Large Sensor Compact.

The chart listed below offers you a summary of the DP2s versus it's top ranking competitors suggested previously.

There are more cameras you may look into as alternative options. To go through a detailed comparison, visit the "compare" link.