Fujifilm S9800 vs Sigma Quattro H

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm S9800 versus Sigma Quattro H, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) provide different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 13 months before the Quattro H making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm S9800 grades against the Quattro H for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm S9800 and Sigma sd Quattro H. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S9800 versus Sigma Quattro H in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the Quattro H.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and Quattro H is 61 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9800 and Quattro H.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S9800 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma Quattro H will provide extra detail using its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S9800 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.