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Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Portability
88
Imaging
58
Features
48
Overall
54
Nikon Coolpix A front
 
Sigma DP2 Quattro front
Portability
70
Imaging
63
Features
38
Overall
53

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs

Nikon A
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8) lens
  • 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
  • Released June 2013
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
  • Revealed February 2014
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon A and Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Sigma. The resolution of the A (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The A was introduced 8 months prior to the DP2 Quattro so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A scores against the DP2 Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Sigma DP2 Quattro

 A DP2 Quattro 
Screen resolution921k920kClearer screen (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Nikon A

 DP2 Quattro A 
RevealedFebruary 2014June 2013More modern by 8 months

Common features in the Nikon A and Sigma DP2 Quattro

 A DP2 Quattro 
Focus manually More precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon A has exterior dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon A and Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the A versus the DP2 Quattro.

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A and DP2 Quattro is 88 and 70 respectively.

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro top view buttons comparison

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sigma DP2 Quattro to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro sensor size comparison

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon A
Portrait photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
74
has manual focus
above average flash sync (1/2,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW files
77
you can focus manually
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon A
Street photography with Sigma DP2 Quattro
71
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (299 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
61
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon A Sports photography details
Sigma DP2 Quattro Sports photography details
47
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
fixed focal length (28mm)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 fps)
no image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 CIPA)
has no phase detect auto focus
48
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (45mm)
slow frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon A as a Travel photography camera
Sigma DP2 Quattro as a Travel photography camera
63
lighter than competition in class (299 grams)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (230 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
53
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon A Landscape photography information
Sigma DP2 Quattro Landscape photography information
54
has manual focus
nice screen size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no image stabilization
not so great battery pack (230 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
59
you can focus manually
nice screen size (3 inch)
good megapixels (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (45mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon A
Vlogging with Sigma DP2 Quattro
31
includes face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (299g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
missing microphone support
9
lack of video recording
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Nikon A vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon A and Sigma DP2 Quattro
 Nikon Coolpix ASigma DP2 Quattro
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Sigma
Model type Nikon Coolpix A Sigma DP2 Quattro
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Released 2013-06-06 2014-02-13
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - TRUE III engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 370.5mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4928 x 3264 5424 x 3616
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 45mm (1x)
Largest aperture f/2.8 f/2.8
Macro focusing range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 921k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT LCD monitor TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (optional) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 4.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 11.50 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/2000 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Optional None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 299 gr (0.66 pounds) 395 gr (0.87 pounds)
Dimensions 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 80 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 23.4 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 13.8 not tested
DXO Low light rating 1164 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID EN-EL20 BP-51
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $778 $931