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Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro

Portability
88
Imaging
44
Features
27
Overall
37
Sigma DP1x front
 
Sigma sd Quattro front
Portability
63
Imaging
69
Features
56
Overall
63

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Key Specs

Sigma DP1x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 28mm (F4.0) lens
  • 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Superseded the Sigma DP1s
Sigma Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 29MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
  • Announced February 2016
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Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Overview

Following is a in depth assessment of the Sigma DP1x versus Sigma Quattro, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both designed by Sigma. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the DP1x (5MP) and Quattro (29MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP1x was introduced 7 years prior to the Quattro which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the DP1x scores versus the Quattro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Sigma Quattro

 DP1x Quattro 

Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Sigma DP1x

 Quattro DP1x 
AnnouncedFebruary 2016February 2010More modern by 73 months
Screen dimension3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1620k230kClearer screen (+1390k dot)

Common features in the Sigma DP1x and Sigma Quattro

 DP1x Quattro 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP1x features physical measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the DP1x vs the Quattro.

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the DP1x and Quattro is 88 and 63 respectively.

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro top view buttons comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the DP1x and Quattro.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sigma Quattro to resolve extra detail using its extra 24MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged DP1x is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro sensor size comparison

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Sigma DP1x Portrait photography factors
Sigma Quattro Portrait photography factors
56
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
81
manual focus
MP count great (29MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Sigma DP1x Street photography information
Sigma Quattro Street photography information
68
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
59
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than others (625g)
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Sports Comparison

Sigma DP1x as a Sports photography camera
Sigma Quattro as a Sports photography camera
32
good sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5MP)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
70
MP count great (29 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (3.8 fps)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Sigma DP1x
Travel photography with Sigma Quattro
57
lighter than competition in class (250g)
has built in flash
no Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
55
environment proof
MP count great (29MP)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (625 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Sigma DP1x Landscape photography advice
Sigma Quattro Landscape photography advice
41
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5MP)
no Timelapse recording
72
manual focus
change lenses (Sigma SA mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
MP count great (29 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Sigma DP1x as a Vlogging camera
Sigma Quattro as a Vlogging camera
25
lighter than competition in class (250 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f4.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 pxls)
no microphone support
22
supports face detection autofocus
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution ( pxls)
does not have external mic port
heavier than others (625g)
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Sigma DP1x vs Sigma Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Sigma DP1x and Sigma Quattro
 Sigma DP1xSigma sd Quattro
General Information
Brand Sigma Sigma
Model Sigma DP1x Sigma sd Quattro
Type Large Sensor Compact Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2010-02-20 2016-02-23
Body design Large Sensor Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip True II Dual TRUE III
Sensor type CMOS (Foveon X3) CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 20.7 x 13.8mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 285.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 5 megapixels 29 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 2640 x 1760 5424 x 3616
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) -
Maximal aperture f/4.0 -
Amount of lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 1.7 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 1,620k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.8fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 320 x 240 -
Highest video resolution 320x240 -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 250 grams (0.55 lb) 625 grams (1.38 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model - BP-61
Self timer Yes (10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $574 $738