Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sigma Quattro

Below, we will be looking at the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sigma Quattro, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are produced by Sigma. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and Quattro (29MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was revealed 24 months prior to the Quattro which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the DP2 Quattro grades against the Quattro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sigma sd Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro provides physical dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sigma Quattro has proportions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sigma Quattro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the Quattro.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and Quattro is 70 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Quattro and Quattro.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sigma Quattro to provide greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older DP2 Quattro will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.