Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. The image resolution of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly similar but the FZ1000 II (1") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The FZ1000 II was manufactured 5 years after the DP2 Quattro which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the FZ1000 II grades versus the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 II has got exterior dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ1000 II compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and DP2 Quattro is 55 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 II and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The FZ1000 II has the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh harder. The newer FZ1000 II is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.