Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro
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Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 880g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Released February 2015
(Full Review)
- 29MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sigma SA Mount
- 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
- Announced February 2016
Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon D810A and Sigma Quattro, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the D810A (36MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the D810A (Full frame) and Quattro (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe D810A was brought out 12 months prior to the Quattro so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D810A being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D810A scores against the Quattro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D810A & Sigma sd Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D810A Gallery & Sigma Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810A over the Sigma Quattro
D810A | Quattro | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Nikon D810A
Quattro | D810A | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | February 2015 | More recent by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1229k | Sharper screen (+391k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D810A and Sigma Quattro
D810A | Quattro | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D810A features external measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon D810A and Sigma Quattro in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the D810A and the Quattro.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D810A and Quattro is 55 and 63 respectively.
Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D810A and Quattro.
Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The D810A featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D810A will provide more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older D810A will be behind in sensor technology.
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Nikon D810A vs Sigma Quattro Specifications
Nikon D810A | Sigma sd Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon D810A | Sigma sd Quattro |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2016-02-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXPEED 4 | Dual TRUE III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixel | 29 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 5424 x 3616 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 51 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 309 | 76 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,229 thousand dots | 1,620 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 3.8 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | - |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 880g (1.94 lbs) | 625g (1.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") |
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 | 1200 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | BP-61 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch price | $3,800 | $738 |