Panasonic 3D1 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 3 years before the DP2 Quattro which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 3D1 scores against the DP2 Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 features exterior measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 against the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and DP2 Quattro is 93 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give you greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be behind in sensor technology.