Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro H
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Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Replacement is Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 45MP - APS-H Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- n/ag - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Launched February 2016
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Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon M3 versus Sigma Quattro H, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and Quattro H (APS-H) offer different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe M3 was launched 12 months earlier than the Quattro H so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M3 grades against the Quattro H with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M3 and Sigma sd Quattro H. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Sigma Quattro H
| M3 | Quattro H | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro H over the Canon M3
| Quattro H | M3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2016 | February 2015 | More modern by 12 months | |
| Display resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Sigma Quattro H
| M3 | Quattro H | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
| Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing |
Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro H Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon M3 features external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro H has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the M3 vs the Quattro H.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and Quattro H is 85 and 78 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro H Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and Quattro H.
All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M3 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma Quattro H will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged M3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Canon M3 vs Sigma Quattro H Specifications
| Canon EOS M3 | Sigma sd Quattro H | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sigma |
| Model | Canon EOS M3 | Sigma sd Quattro H |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2016-02-23 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Dual TRUE III |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-H |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 26.6 x 17.9mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 476.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 45 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6200 x 4152 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Sigma SA |
| Number of lenses | 23 | 76 |
| Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,620k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.2 frames/s | 3.8 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | - |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 366 grams (0.81 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 All around score | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 1169 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LP-E17 | BP-61 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $481 | $1,134 |