Panasonic GH1 vs Sigma Quattro H

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH1 and Sigma Quattro H, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and Quattro H (APS-H) come with different sensor size.

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The GH1 was launched 7 years prior to the Quattro H and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GH1 matches up versus the Quattro H when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Sigma sd Quattro H. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH1 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro H has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH1 and Sigma Quattro H in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the GH1 vs the Quattro H.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GH1 and Quattro H is 81 and 78 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH1 and Quattro H.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GH1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sigma Quattro H will give more detail utilizing its extra 33MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older GH1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.