Panasonic LX100 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic LX100 versus Sigma DP2 Quattro, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the LX100 (13MP) and DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the LX100 (Four Thirds) and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The LX100 was unveiled 8 months later than the DP2 Quattro so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the LX100 grades vs the DP2 Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100 & Sigma DP2 Quattro. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LX100 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LX100 features outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sigma DP2 Quattro has specifications of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the LX100 against the DP2 Quattro.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the LX100 and DP2 Quattro is 83 and 70 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 and DP2 Quattro.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The LX100 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will offer extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer LX100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.