Panasonic FP7 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FP7 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is fairly comparable but the FP7 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The FP7 was unveiled 4 years prior to the DP2 Quattro which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FP7 scores vs the DP2 Quattro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 provides outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Panasonic FP7 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP7 against the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and DP2 Quattro is 95 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and DP2 Quattro.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP7 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will provide more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FP7 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.