Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony A6300

Here is a extensive review of the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A6300, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the A6300 (24MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The DP2 Quattro was announced 24 months prior to the A6300 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the DP2 Quattro grades against the A6300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sigma DP2 Quattro and Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are provided at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Sigma DP2 Quattro has physical 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 A6300 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Quattro versus Sony A6300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the DP2 Quattro and the A6300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the DP2 Quattro and A6300 is 70 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the DP2 Quattro and A6300.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony A6300 to provide greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older DP2 Quattro will be behind in sensor innovation.