Leica S2 vs Sigma Quattro

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Leica S2 versus Sigma Quattro, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S2 (38MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the S2 (Medium format) and Quattro (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S2 was announced 8 years prior to the Quattro and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Leica S2 being a Large SLR camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S2 scores vs the Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica S2 and Sigma sd Quattro. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica S2 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Leica S2 provides exterior dimensions of 160mm x 120mm x 81mm (6.3" x 4.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 1410 grams (3.11 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S2 against the Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2 and Quattro is 52 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and Quattro.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S2 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Leica S2 will give you greater detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older S2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.