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Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Portability
88
Imaging
51
Features
75
Overall
60
Canon PowerShot G7 X front
 
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs

Canon G7 X
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
  • Launched September 2014
  • Later Model is Canon G7 X MII
Sigma DP2 Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • 45mm (F2.8) lens
  • 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
  • Introduced February 2014
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Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sigma. The image resolution of the G7 X (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is relatively well matched but the G7 X (1") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G7 X was revealed 8 months later than the DP2 Quattro and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G7 X matches up against the DP2 Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 G7 X DP2 Quattro 
IntroducedSeptember 2014February 2014Fresher by 8 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1040k920kClearer screen (+120k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Canon G7 X

 DP2 Quattro G7 X 

Common features in the Canon G7 X and Sigma DP2 Quattro

 G7 X DP2 Quattro 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison

If you're intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the G7 X compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X and DP2 Quattro is 88 and 70 respectively.

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro top view buttons comparison

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The G7 X features the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The more recent G7 X will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro sensor size comparison

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon G7 X Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2 Quattro Portrait photography features
63
has manual focus
decent megapixels (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
no external flash support
77
focusing manually
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon G7 X as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2 Quattro as a Street photography camera
85
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
comes with focus via touch
lighter than competition (304 grams)
61
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon G7 X Sports photography factors
Sigma DP2 Quattro Sports photography factors
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20MP)
decent sensor size (1")
terrible battery pack (210 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
48
good megapixels (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (45mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon G7 X
Travel photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
80
lighter than competition (304g)
comes with focus via touch
decent megapixels (20MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
rather wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
terrible battery pack (210 shots)
53
good megapixels (20MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon G7 X
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
69
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
terrible battery pack (210 shots)
59
focusing manually
screen size is good (3 inches)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (45mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon G7 X Vlogging advice
Sigma DP2 Quattro Vlogging advice
80
rather wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f1.8)
selfie friendly screen
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (304 grams)
doesn't have external microphone jack
9
no video recording
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Canon G7 X vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon G7 X and Sigma DP2 Quattro
 Canon PowerShot G7 XSigma DP2 Quattro
General Information
Make Canon Sigma
Model type Canon PowerShot G7 X Sigma DP2 Quattro
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2014-09-15 2014-02-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 6 TRUE III engine
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1" APS-C
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 5472 x 3648 5424 x 3616
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 31 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-100mm (4.2x) 45mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/1.8-2.8 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Crop factor 2.7 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 40 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 6.5fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 7.00 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 304g (0.67 pounds) 395g (0.87 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 71 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 23.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.7 not tested
DXO Low light rating 556 not tested
Other
Battery life 210 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-13L BP-51
Self timer Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) -
Card slots One One
Retail price $490 $931