Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony NEX-5N

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony NEX-5N, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was brought out 2 years later than the NEX-5N and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the DP2 Quattro grades vs the NEX-5N in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The entire galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Sigma DP2 Quattro offers outside 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) whilst the Sony NEX-5N has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the NEX-5N.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and NEX-5N is 70 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the DP2 Quattro and NEX-5N.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sigma DP2 Quattro to deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer DP2 Quattro will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.