Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro
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Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Launched February 2015
- Later Model is Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Announced February 2016

Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the Quattro (29MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M3 was released 12 months earlier than the Quattro which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the M3 matches up versus the Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M3 & Sigma sd Quattro. The complete galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Sigma Quattro
M3 | Quattro | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Canon M3
Quattro | M3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | February 2016 | ![]() | February 2015 | More recent by 12 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Sigma Quattro
M3 | Quattro | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 enjoys physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Check out the Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the M3 versus the Quattro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the M3 and Quattro is 85 and 63 respectively.

Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and Quattro.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sigma Quattro to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The older M3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Sigma sd Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sigma |
Model type | Canon EOS M3 | Sigma sd Quattro |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | Dual TRUE III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 29MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5424 x 3616 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Sigma SA |
Available lenses | 23 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.2fps | 3.8fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 366g (0.81 lbs) | 625g (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E17 | BP-61 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $481 | $738 |