Panasonic GH2 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic GH2 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. The resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is pretty well matched but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The GH2 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the DP2 Quattro which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GH2 scores against the DP2 Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH2 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst 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).

Check the Panasonic GH2 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GH2 compared to the DP2 Quattro.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GH2 and DP2 Quattro is 70 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH2 and DP2 Quattro.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GH2 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged GH2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.