Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A350

Its time to examine more closely at the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A350, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Sigma and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and A350 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was released 5 years later than the A350 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the DP2 Quattro scores versus the A350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony A350 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Quattro provides outer dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Sony A350 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the A350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the DP2 Quattro and A350 is 70 and 62 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Quattro and A350.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sigma DP2 Quattro to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent DP2 Quattro provides a benefit in sensor technology.