Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony QX100

On this page, we are contrasting the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony QX100, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Sigma and Sony. The sensor resolution of the DP2 Quattro (20MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is very similar but the DP2 Quattro (APS-C) and QX100 (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The DP2 Quattro was launched 6 months later than the QX100 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the DP2 Quattro scores vs the QX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma DP2 Quattro & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma DP2 Quattro enjoys 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) while the Sony QX100 has proportions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Sigma DP2 Quattro vs Sony QX100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the DP2 Quattro against the QX100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the DP2 Quattro and QX100 is 70 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The visual below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the DP2 Quattro and QX100.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The DP2 Quattro features the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh easier.