Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sigma fp L

In this article, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sigma fp L, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Sigma. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and fp L (61MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The DP2 Quattro was introduced 8 years before the fp L and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the DP2 Quattro grades versus the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro features exterior 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 fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the DP2 Quattro compared to the fp L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and fp L is 70 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and fp L.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will produce greater detail using its extra 41MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older DP2 Quattro will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.