Samsung CL80 vs Sigma Quattro H

Below, we will be matching up the Samsung CL80 vs Sigma Quattro H, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the CL80 (14MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the CL80 (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) possess different sensor sizes.

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The CL80 was released 7 years earlier than the Quattro H which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the CL80 matches up against the Quattro H when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL80 and Sigma sd Quattro H. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung CL80 Gallery and Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung CL80 enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro H has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung CL80 vs Sigma Quattro H in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the CL80 vs the Quattro H.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the CL80 and Quattro H is 95 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CL80 and Quattro H.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CL80 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sigma Quattro H will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged CL80 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.