Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sigma DP2x

Following is a in depth review of the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sigma DP2x, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both are produced by Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and DP2x (5MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was revealed 3 years after the DP2x which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the DP2 Quattro matches up against the DP2x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro features external measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the DP2x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and DP2x is 70 and 86 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and DP2x.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sigma DP2 Quattro to produce more detail because of its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher DP2 Quattro will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.