Panasonic FS25 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FS25 and Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS25 was revealed 6 years before the DP2 Quattro which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the FS25 scores vs the DP2 Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS25 and the DP2 Quattro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and DP2 Quattro is 95 and 70 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and DP2 Quattro.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS25 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give you more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.