Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma Quattro H

Here is a detailed overview of the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma Quattro H, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Sigma. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and Quattro H (APS-H) have different sensor sizing.

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The M-Monochrom was unveiled 4 years prior to the Quattro H and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M-Monochrom scores versus the Quattro H with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica M-Monochrom and Sigma sd Quattro H. The full galleries are available at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Leica M-Monochrom offers outer dimensions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro H has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Leica M-Monochrom vs Sigma Quattro H in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the M-Monochrom versus the Quattro H.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and Quattro H is 78 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M-Monochrom and Quattro H.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M-Monochrom using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sigma Quattro H will resolve more detail having an extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older M-Monochrom is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.