Sigma DP1 vs Sigma Quattro H

Here, we will be looking at the Sigma DP1 and Sigma Quattro H, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the DP1 (5MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the DP1 (APS-C) and Quattro H (APS-H) provide different sensor size.

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The DP1 was released 8 years before the Quattro H and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the DP1 grades versus the Quattro H in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP1 & Sigma sd Quattro H. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP1 Gallery & Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP1 has got physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Sigma Quattro H has measurements of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP1 and Sigma Quattro H in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the DP1 versus the Quattro H.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the DP1 and Quattro H is 87 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1 and Quattro H.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The DP1 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sigma Quattro H will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 40 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older DP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.