Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sigma DP2s

Below is a detailed analysis of the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sigma DP2s, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Sigma. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and DP2s (5MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was brought out 4 years later than the DP2s and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the DP2 Quattro scores vs the DP2s for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sigma DP2s Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Sigma DP2 Quattro offers external measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the DP2 Quattro vs the DP2s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Quattro and DP2s is 70 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and DP2s.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sigma DP2 Quattro to offer more detail having its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger DP2 Quattro provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.