Panasonic LX10 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic LX10 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. The resolution of the LX10 (20MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is relatively comparable but the LX10 (1") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The LX10 was revealed 2 years later than the DP2 Quattro and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the LX10 grades against the DP2 Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX10 has external dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has proportions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX10 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the LX10 against the DP2 Quattro.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and DP2 Quattro is 88 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and DP2 Quattro.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The LX10 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The fresher LX10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.