Leica C-Lux vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below, we are evaluating the Leica C-Lux vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. The image resolution of the C-Lux (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly well matched but the C-Lux (1") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The C-Lux was manufactured 4 years after the DP2 Quattro which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the C-Lux scores against the DP2 Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C-Lux & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica C-Lux comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has proportions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the C-Lux vs the DP2 Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C-Lux and DP2 Quattro is 85 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the C-Lux and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The C-Lux uses the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow DOF more challenging. The newer C-Lux provides a benefit in sensor technology.