Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A380

Following is a complete analysis of the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A380, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Sigma and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and A380 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was launched 4 years after the A380 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A380 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the DP2 Quattro grades versus the A380 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Alpha DSLR-A380. The complete galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony A380 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro provides outer dimensions of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Sony A380 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 519 grams (1.14 lbs).

Take a look at the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A380 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the A380.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and A380 is 70 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the DP2 Quattro and A380.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sigma DP2 Quattro to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer DP2 Quattro should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.