FujiFilm JV100 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we are evaluating the FujiFilm JV100 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the JV100 (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the JV100 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The JV100 was released 5 years prior to the DP2 Quattro and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JV100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the JV100 matches up vs the DP2 Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JV100 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JV100 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JV100 has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm JV100 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the JV100 vs the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the JV100 and DP2 Quattro is 96 and 70 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JV100 and DP2 Quattro.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The JV100 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will render greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older JV100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.