Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Launched August 2018
- Successor is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Announced February 2014
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon Z7 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z7 was brought out 4 years later than the DP2 Quattro and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z7 matches up vs the DP2 Quattro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
Z7 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | February 2014 | More recent by 56 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 920k | Clearer display (+1180k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Nikon Z7
DP2 Quattro | Z7 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
Z7 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 has exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") having a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z7 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 compared to the DP2 Quattro.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and DP2 Quattro is 62 and 70 respectively.
Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 and DP2 Quattro.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 due to its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 will resolve greater detail having its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon Z7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon Z7 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2018-08-23 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5424 x 3616 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 45mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 395 gr (0.87 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 99 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2668 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | XQD card | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $2,797 | $931 |