Fujifilm JZ100 vs Sigma Quattro

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm JZ100 versus Sigma Quattro, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the Fujifilm JZ100 (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was launched 5 years before the Quattro and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JZ100 being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JZ100 scores versus the Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 & Sigma sd Quattro. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ100 offers external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 versus the Quattro.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JZ100 and Quattro is 95 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Quattro.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JZ100 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma Quattro will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JZ100 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.