FujiFilm AV250 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below, we are comparing the FujiFilm AV250 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly comparable but the AV250 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The AV250 was introduced 4 years before the DP2 Quattro which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm AV250 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the AV250 scores versus the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm AV250 and Sigma DP2 Quattro in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the AV250 versus the DP2 Quattro.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and DP2 Quattro is 94 and 70 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The AV250 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged AV250 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.