Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A100

On this page, we will be matching up the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A100, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Sigma and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and A100 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was brought out 7 years after the A100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the DP2 Quattro scores versus the A100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony A100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro features outer measurements of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A100 has measurements of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the A100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Quattro and A100 is 70 and 64 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and A100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sigma DP2 Quattro to resolve greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern DP2 Quattro will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.