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Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Portability
64
Imaging
60
Features
52
Overall
56
Leica X-U front
 
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs

Leica X-U
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F1.7-16.0) lens
  • 635g - 140 x 79 x 88mm
  • Launched January 2016
  • Additionally referred to as Typ 113
Sigma DP2 Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • No Video
  • 45mm (F2.8) lens
  • 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
  • Announced February 2014
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Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Leica X-U and Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Sigma. The resolution of the X-U (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The X-U was introduced 24 months later than the DP2 Quattro which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the X-U scores vs the DP2 Quattro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica X-U over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 X-U DP2 Quattro 
AnnouncedJanuary 2016February 2014More recent by 24 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Leica X-U

 DP2 Quattro X-U 

Common features in the Leica X-U and Sigma DP2 Quattro

 X-U DP2 Quattro 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution920k920kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Leica X-U provides exterior dimensions of 140mm x 79mm x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") and a weight of 635 grams (1.40 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the X-U against the DP2 Quattro.

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X-U and DP2 Quattro is 64 and 70 respectively.

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro top view buttons comparison

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X-U and DP2 Quattro.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sigma DP2 Quattro to give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The younger X-U provides an edge in sensor tech.

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro sensor size comparison

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica X-U Portrait photography information
Sigma DP2 Quattro Portrait photography information
76
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
77
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Leica X-U Street photography info
Sigma DP2 Quattro Street photography info
64
screen can move to multiple angles
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (635 grams)
61
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Leica X-U Sports photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Quattro Sports photography highlights
55
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
environment sealing
better than average battery (450 per charge)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow fps (5.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect AF
48
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (45mm)
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Leica X-U Travel photography highlights
Sigma DP2 Quattro Travel photography highlights
62
better than average battery (450 shots)
environment sealing
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (635g)
screen is not selfie friendly
53
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica X-U
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
63
manual focus
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
better than average battery (450 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse recording
59
you can focus manually
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (45mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Leica X-U
Vlogging with Sigma DP2 Quattro
25
good maximum aperture (f1.7)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (635g)
9
no video
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Leica X-U vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica X-U and Sigma DP2 Quattro
 Leica X-USigma DP2 Quattro
General Information
Make Leica Sigma
Model Leica X-U Sigma DP2 Quattro
Otherwise known as Typ 113 -
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2016-01-20 2014-02-13
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TRUE III engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 370.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4928 x 3264 5424 x 3616
Max native ISO 12500 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 45mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/1.7-16.0 f/2.8
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 920k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 2.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes Automatic, automatic/red eye reduction, on, on/red eye reduction, long-term synchronization/red eye reduction, off no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video data format MPEG-4 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 635 grams (1.40 lb) 395 grams (0.87 lb)
Physical dimensions 140 x 79 x 88mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 3.5") 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 450 photographs -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model BP-DC8 BP-51
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $3,495 $931