Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony a1

Here is a extensive overview of the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony a1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Sigma and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and a1 (50MP) and the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The DP2 Quattro was introduced 8 years prior to the a1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the DP2 Quattro matches up against the a1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Alpha a1. The whole galleries are available at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro has external 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) while the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Compare the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony a1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the a1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and a1 is 70 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Quattro and a1.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will give greater detail using its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older DP2 Quattro is going to be behind in sensor innovation.