Panasonic 3D1 vs Sigma Quattro

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic 3D1 and Sigma Quattro, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The 3D1 was brought out 5 years prior to the Quattro which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the 3D1 grades against the Quattro for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sigma sd Quattro. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 has physical 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 Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic 3D1 and Sigma Quattro in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 and the Quattro.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and Quattro is 93 and 63 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and Quattro.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sigma Quattro will give more detail having its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.