Samsung ST600 vs Sigma Quattro

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung ST600 versus Sigma Quattro, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ST600 (14MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the ST600 (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The ST600 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the Quattro which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ST600 grades vs the Quattro with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST600 and Sigma sd Quattro. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST600 Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung ST600 features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro has dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Samsung ST600 versus Sigma Quattro in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the ST600 compared to the Quattro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ST600 and Quattro is 95 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST600 and Quattro.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ST600 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sigma Quattro will provide more detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST600 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.